1978 Buick Regal vs. 2004 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2004 Kia Shuma 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 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Shuma (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Regal weights approximately 340 kg more than 2004 Kia Shuma.
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 Kia Shuma, 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, 1978 Buick Regal (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Regal | 2004 Kia Shuma | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Regal | Shuma |
Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2570 mm |