1977 Buick Regal vs. 1978 Chrysler 160
To start off, 1978 Chrysler 160 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Regal 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 74 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 455 kg more than 1978 Chrysler 160. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler 160. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Regal | 1978 Chrysler 160 | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Regal | 160 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
