1978 Buick Regal vs. 1982 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1982 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Regal 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 (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Pulsar. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Regal weights approximately 565 kg more than 1982 Nissan Pulsar. 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, 1982 Nissan Pulsar, 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 (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Pulsar. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Regal | 1982 Nissan Pulsar | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Regal | Pulsar |
Year Released | 1978 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1270 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2420 mm |