1977 Buick Regal vs. 1969 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1977 Buick Regal is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Monaro (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 115 kg more than 1969 Holden Monaro.
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, 1969 Holden Monaro (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 1969 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | Regal | Monaro |
Year Released | 1977 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 3032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |