1978 Buick Regal vs. 2007 Ford Territory
To start off, 2007 Ford Territory 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 3,984 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 586 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 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Regal. (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Regal | 2007 Ford Territory | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Regal | Territory |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 3984 cc |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2016 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2850 mm |