2002 Acura NSX vs. 1978 Buick Regal
To start off, 2002 Acura NSX is newer by 24 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, 2002 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal.
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, 2002 Acura NSX (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Regal. (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura NSX | 1978 Buick Regal | |
Make | Acura | Buick |
Model | NSX | Regal |
Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3214 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2750 mm |