1978 Buick Regal vs. 1975 Renault 12
To start off, 1978 Buick Regal is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 12 would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Regal (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1975 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Regal weights approximately 530 kg more than 1975 Renault 12. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Buick Regal is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Buick Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Renault 12, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Buick Regal (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Regal | 1975 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Regal | 12 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |
