1977 Buick Regal vs. 1972 Lancia 2000
To start off, 1977 Buick Regal is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lancia 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lancia 2000 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lancia 2000 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lancia 2000 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 240 kg more than 1972 Lancia 2000.
Because 1977 Buick Regal is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Buick Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Lancia 2000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lancia 2000. (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lancia 2000. 1977 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1972 Lancia 2000 has manual transmission. 1972 Lancia 2000 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 Lancia 2000 | |
| Make | Buick | Lancia |
| Model | Regal | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2490 mm |
