1978 Buick Regal vs. 2010 Hyundai H1
To start off, 2010 Hyundai H1 is newer by 32 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, 2010 Hyundai H1 (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai H1 should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 224 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Regal | 2010 Hyundai H1 | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | Regal | H1 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3210 mm |
