1978 Buick Regal vs. 2013 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Azera is newer by 35 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 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Azera (289 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Azera weights approximately 205 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, 2013 Hyundai Azera, 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, 2013 Hyundai Azera (346 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Regal. (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Regal | 2013 Hyundai Azera | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | Regal | Azera |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 289 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2845 mm |
