1978 Buick Regal vs. 1969 Ford Ranchero
To start off, 1978 Buick Regal is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Ranchero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Ranchero would be higher. At 7,022 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Ford Ranchero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Ranchero (355 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Ranchero weights approximately 135 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 Ford Ranchero (651 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Regal. (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Regal | 1969 Ford Ranchero | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Regal | Ranchero |
Year Released | 1978 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 7022 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2900 mm |