1978 Buick Regal vs. 2013 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2013 Nissan Maxima 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Maxima (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 191 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 Nissan Maxima, 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 Nissan Maxima (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Regal. (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Regal | 2013 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Regal | Maxima |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1621 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4843 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1467 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2775 mm |