1978 Buick Regal vs. 2012 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2012 Nissan NP300 is newer by 34 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, 2012 Nissan NP300 (131 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal.
Because 2012 Nissan NP300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NP300 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Nissan NP300 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Regal. (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Regal | 2012 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Regal | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2960 mm |
