1978 Buick Regal vs. 1999 Saturn SC
To start off, 1999 Saturn SC 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 (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1999 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Regal weights approximately 385 kg more than 1999 Saturn SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Saturn SC, 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 (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Saturn SC. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Regal | 1999 Saturn SC | |
Make | Buick | Saturn |
Model | Regal | SC |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |