1978 Buick Regal vs. 1995 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1995 Nissan Skyline 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 Nissan Skyline (271 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 70 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 Nissan Skyline, 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, 1995 Nissan Skyline (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Regal. (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Regal | 1995 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Regal | Skyline |
Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2569 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |