1977 Buick Regal vs. 1954 Buick 70
To start off, 1977 Buick Regal is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 70 would be higher. At 5,274 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 70 (200 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 70 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 70 weights approximately 553 kg more than 1977 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1954 Buick 70 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 1954 Buick 70 | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Regal | 70 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5274 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1983 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3230 mm |