1978 Buick Regal vs. 2010 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2010 Nissan GT-R 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 307 kg more than 1978 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R 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, 2010 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Regal. (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Regal | 2010 Nissan GT-R | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Regal | GT-R |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1737 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2779 mm |