1978 Buick Regal vs. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado 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 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado (106 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 265 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.
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 Oldsmobile Toronado, 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, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado (278 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Regal. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Regal | 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
Model | Regal | Toronado |
Year Released | 1978 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 5734 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2900 mm |