1978 Buick Regal vs. 2007 Chrysler Crossfire
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire 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 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire (330 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 140 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 Chrysler Crossfire (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Regal. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Regal | 2007 Chrysler Crossfire | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Regal | Crossfire |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
