1978 Buick Regal vs. 2010 Tata Indica
To start off, 2010 Tata Indica 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, 1978 Buick Regal (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indica.
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, 2010 Tata Indica, 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 (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indica. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Regal | 2010 Tata Indica | |
Make | Buick | Tata |
Model | Regal | Indica |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |