1977 Buick Regal vs. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 1977 Buick Regal is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick Regal (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 575 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco, 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 (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Regal | Scirocco |
Year Released | 1977 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |