1978 Buick Regal vs. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 29 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 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 320 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Regal. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Regal | 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Regal | Silverado |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 4807 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3650 mm |