1978 Buick Regal vs. 1995 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 1995 Ford Galaxy is newer by 17 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, 1995 Ford Galaxy (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 249 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, 1995 Ford Galaxy, 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, 1978 Buick Regal (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Galaxy. (172 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Regal | 1995 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Regal | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
