1978 Buick Regal vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (350 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (1,153 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 929 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Regal. (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Regal | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Regal | Touareg |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 4921 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 1153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |