1978 Buick Regal vs. 2009 Chevrolet Nubira
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 31 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, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Regal weights approximately 117 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira, 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 (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Regal | 2009 Chevrolet Nubira | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Regal | Nubira |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1313 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |