1978 Buick Regal vs. 2010 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 585 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 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Regal. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Regal | 2010 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Buick | SsangYong |
Model | Regal | Rexton |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |