1978 Buick Regal vs. 1997 Holden Nova
To start off, 1997 Holden Nova is newer by 19 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, 1997 Holden Nova (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Holden Nova should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Regal weights approximately 340 kg more than 1997 Holden Nova.
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, 1997 Holden Nova, 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 (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Regal | 1997 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | Regal | Nova |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
