1977 Buick Regal vs. 1977 Nissan Skyline
To start off, both 1977 Buick Regal and 1977 Nissan Skyline were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Nissan Skyline (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 285 kg more than 1977 Nissan Skyline.
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, 1977 Nissan Skyline, 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 1977 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Regal | Skyline |
Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |