1978 Buick Regal vs. 2000 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2000 Plymouth Neon is newer by 22 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, 2000 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Regal weights approximately 321 kg more than 2000 Plymouth Neon.
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, 2000 Plymouth Neon, 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 (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Plymouth Neon. (175 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Regal | 2000 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Buick | Plymouth |
Model | Regal | Neon |
Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1109 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |