1977 Buick Regal vs. 1972 Ford Gran Torino
To start off, 1977 Buick Regal is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Gran Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Gran Torino would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Gran Torino should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 215 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, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 1972 Ford Gran Torino | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Regal | Gran Torino |
Year Released | 1977 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 4095 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2900 mm |