1978 Buick Regal vs. 2001 GMC Sonoma
To start off, 2001 GMC Sonoma 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 GMC Sonoma (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Sonoma should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 40 kg more than 1978 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 GMC Sonoma 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, 2001 GMC Sonoma 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GMC Sonoma. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GMC Sonoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Regal | 2001 GMC Sonoma | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Regal | Sonoma |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3130 mm |
