1978 Buick Regal vs. 1986 Cadillac Allante
To start off, 1986 Cadillac Allante is newer by 8 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 4,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Allante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Cadillac Allante (201 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 155 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, 1986 Cadillac Allante, 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, 1986 Cadillac Allante (373 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Regal. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Regal | 1986 Cadillac Allante | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Regal | Allante |
Year Released | 1978 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 4467 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |