1978 Buick Regal vs. 2004 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2004 Honda Odyssey 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Odyssey (252 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 600 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, 2004 Honda Odyssey, 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, 2004 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Regal. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Regal | 2004 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Regal | Odyssey |
Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3010 mm |