1978 Buick Regal vs. 2008 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, 2008 Renault Grand Scenic 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, 1978 Buick Regal (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Renault Grand Scenic. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 35 kg more than 1978 Buick Regal.
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 Renault Grand Scenic, 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Grand Scenic. (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Grand Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Regal | 2008 Renault Grand Scenic | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Regal | Grand Scenic |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2740 mm |
