1978 Buick Regal vs. 2001 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2001 Renault Kangoo 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 Renault Kangoo (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Regal weights approximately 130 kg more than 2001 Renault Kangoo.
Because 2001 Renault Kangoo 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 Renault Kangoo 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Regal | 2001 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Regal | Kangoo |
Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |