1977 Buick Regal vs. 1977 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, both 1977 Buick Regal and 1977 Suzuki LJ 50 were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick Regal (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1977 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1977 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 690 kg more than 1977 Suzuki LJ 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Suzuki LJ 50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Suzuki LJ 50 will offer significantly more control. 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Suzuki LJ 50. 1977 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1977 Suzuki LJ 50 has manual transmission. 1977 Suzuki LJ 50 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 | 1977 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
Make | Buick | Suzuki |
Model | Regal | LJ 50 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 1940 mm |