1978 Buick Regal vs. 2011 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Getz 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 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Regal (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Getz. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Regal weights approximately 243 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Getz. 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, 2011 Hyundai Getz, 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 (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Getz. (215 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Regal | 2011 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | Regal | Getz |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
