1977 Buick Regal vs. 1970 Jaguar E-Type
To start off, 1977 Buick Regal is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Jaguar E-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Jaguar E-Type would be higher. At 4,200 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Jaguar E-Type (246 HP) has 157 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 110 kg more than 1970 Jaguar E-Type.
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, 1970 Jaguar E-Type (357 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (224 Nm). This means 1970 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Regal | 1970 Jaguar E-Type | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | Regal | E-Type |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 246 HP |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2440 mm |
