1978 Buick Regal vs. 1999 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Express is newer by 21 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 904 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Express (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Regal. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Regal | 1999 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Regal | Express |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3440 mm |