1978 Buick Regal vs. 1994 Saab 900
To start off, 1994 Saab 900 is newer by 16 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, 1994 Saab 900 (223 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Regal weights approximately 1 kg more than 1994 Saab 900.
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, 1994 Saab 900, 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, 1994 Saab 900 (342 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Regal. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Regal | 1994 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Buick | Saab |
| Model | Regal | 900 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1429 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
