1978 Buick Regal vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (411 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1116 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.
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 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Regal. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Regal | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Regal | F-150 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 411 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2546 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3670 mm |