1978 Buick Regal vs. 2006 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2006 Opel Vectra 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 Opel Vectra (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Vectra weights approximately 155 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, 2006 Opel Vectra, 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, 2006 Opel Vectra (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Regal. (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Regal | 2006 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Regal | Vectra |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2840 mm |