1978 Buick Regal vs. 1998 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1998 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 20 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, 1998 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Regal weights approximately 130 kg more than 1998 Toyota RAV4.
Because 1998 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Regal | 1998 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Regal | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |