1978 Buick Regal vs. 2008 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 30 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, 2008 Chevrolet HHR (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Regal weights approximately 357 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet HHR.
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, 2008 Chevrolet HHR, 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, 1978 Buick Regal (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet HHR. (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Regal | 2008 Chevrolet HHR | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Regal | HHR |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1073 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |
