1977 Buick Regal vs. 1972 Ford 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 Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,932 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick Regal (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 139 kg more than 1977 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, 1977 Buick Regal (334 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino. 1977 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford Torino has manual transmission. 1972 Ford Torino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Regal | 1972 Ford Torino | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Regal | Torino |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4932 cc | 4096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2900 mm |
