1978 Buick Regal vs. 2005 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2005 Seat Alhambra 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 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 235 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, 2005 Seat Alhambra, 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Alhambra. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Regal | 2005 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Buick | Seat |
Model | Regal | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2850 mm |