1978 Buick Regal vs. 2005 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 27 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 450 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, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Regal. (218 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Regal | 2005 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Regal | 300 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3050 mm |
