1978 Buick Regal vs. 2006 Ford Ikon
To start off, 2006 Ford Ikon is newer by 28 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, 1978 Buick Regal (104 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ikon weights approximately 1426 kg more than 1978 Buick Regal.
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, 2006 Ford Ikon, 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 (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Regal | 2006 Ford Ikon | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Regal | Ikon |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
