1978 Buick Regal vs. 1999 Honda Z
To start off, 1999 Honda Z 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 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Regal (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Regal weights approximately 470 kg more than 1999 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Z 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, 1999 Honda Z 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Regal | 1999 Honda Z | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Regal | Z |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 61 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2370 mm |