1978 Buick Regal vs. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 33 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Regal weights approximately 325 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Regal. (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Regal | 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Regal | Avalanche |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3310 mm |