1978 Buick Regal vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 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 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 155 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Buick Regal (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Regal | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Buick | Xedos |
| Model | Regal | 9 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
