1977 Buick Regal vs. 1974 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1977 Buick Regal is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick Regal (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Camaro. (143 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 45 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 (352 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Camaro. (338 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Regal | 1974 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Regal | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 5734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
