1978 Buick Regal vs. 1992 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 14 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 4,291 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 465 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 1992 Chevrolet Astro 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, 1992 Chevrolet Astro 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, 1992 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Regal. (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Regal | 1992 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Regal | Astro |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 4291 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
