1978 Buick Regal vs. 1990 Cadillac Aurora
To start off, 1990 Cadillac Aurora is newer by 12 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 4,465 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Cadillac Aurora (200 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Aurora should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Aurora weights approximately 158 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 1990 Cadillac Aurora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Aurora will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Cadillac Aurora (366 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Regal. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Regal | 1990 Cadillac Aurora | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Regal | Aurora |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 4465 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
