1978 Buick Regal vs. 2006 Lexus IS
To start off, 2006 Lexus IS 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, 2006 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus IS weights approximately 75 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Regal | 2006 Lexus IS | |
Make | Buick | Lexus |
Model | Regal | IS |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |