1978 Buick Regal vs. 2005 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Vibe 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 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Vibe (170 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Regal weights approximately 173 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Vibe.
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, 2005 Pontiac Vibe, 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) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. (172 Nm). This means 1978 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Regal | 2005 Pontiac Vibe | |
Make | Buick | Pontiac |
Model | Regal | Vibe |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 172 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1257 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |