1978 Buick Regal vs. 1985 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1985 Lancia Thema is newer by 7 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, 1985 Lancia Thema (118 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Regal weights approximately 215 kg more than 1985 Lancia Thema.
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, 1985 Lancia Thema, 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Thema. (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Regal | 1985 Lancia Thema | |
Make | Buick | Lancia |
Model | Regal | Thema |
Year Released | 1978 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |