1978 Buick Regal vs. 1984 Dodge 600
To start off, 1984 Dodge 600 is newer by 6 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, 1984 Dodge 600 (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Dodge 600 should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Regal weights approximately 265 kg more than 1984 Dodge 600.
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, 1984 Dodge 600, 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Dodge 600. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Dodge 600.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Regal | 1984 Dodge 600 | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Regal | 600 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |