1978 Buick Regal vs. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Volkswagen Sharan (172 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 385 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 Volkswagen Sharan, 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 Volkswagen Sharan (235 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Regal. (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Regal | 1995 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Regal | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2840 mm |
