1978 Buick Regal vs. 2003 Vauxhall Signum
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Signum 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 Vauxhall Signum (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Signum should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Signum weights approximately 52 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 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, 2003 Vauxhall Signum, 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, 2003 Vauxhall Signum (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Regal. (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Regal | 2003 Vauxhall Signum | |
Make | Buick | Vauxhall |
Model | Regal | Signum |
Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 3175 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1482 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2840 mm |