1978 Buick Regal vs. 1999 Dodge Prowler
To start off, 1999 Dodge Prowler 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Regal weights approximately 344 kg more than 1999 Dodge Prowler.
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 Dodge Prowler (610 Nm) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Regal. (218 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Regal | 1999 Dodge Prowler | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Regal | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
