1978 Buick Regal vs. 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix
To start off, 1978 Buick Regal is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix weights approximately 240 kg more than 1978 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix (462 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Regal. (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Regal | 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Regal | Dodge Phoenix |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 5211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 462 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3060 mm |
