1978 Buick Regal vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 1993 Renault Clio is newer by 15 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, 1993 Renault Clio (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Regal weights approximately 455 kg more than 1993 Renault Clio.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Buick Regal (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Clio. (187 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Regal | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Regal | Clio |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
