1978 Buick Regal vs. 2004 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2004 GMC Yukon is newer by 26 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Yukon (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 736 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, 2004 GMC Yukon (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Regal. (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Regal | 2004 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Regal | Yukon |
Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2166 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3280 mm |