1978 Buick Regal vs. 2010 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Routan 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 666 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 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 Volkswagen Routan, 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, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (351 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Regal. (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Regal | 2010 Volkswagen Routan | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Regal | Routan |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2096 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3078 mm |