1978 Buick Regal vs. 2003 Renault Clio
To start off, 2003 Renault Clio is newer by 25 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, 2003 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Clio weights approximately 100 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Regal. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Regal | 2003 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Regal | Clio |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2850 mm |
