1978 Buick Regal vs. 2009 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Splash 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 Suzuki Splash (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Splash should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Regal weights approximately 380 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Splash.
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 Suzuki Splash, 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Splash. (118 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Splash.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Regal | 2009 Suzuki Splash | |
Make | Buick | Suzuki |
Model | Regal | Splash |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3715 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2360 mm |