1978 Buick Regal vs. 2001 Ford Focus
To start off, 2001 Ford Focus is newer by 23 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, 2001 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Regal weights approximately 180 kg more than 2001 Ford Focus.
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, 2001 Ford Focus, 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, 2001 Ford Focus (386 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Regal. (218 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Regal | 2001 Ford Focus | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Regal | Focus |
Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 386 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |