1977 Buick Regal vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1981 Toyota Celica is newer by 4 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 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 250 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Buick Regal (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Regal | Celica |
Year Released | 1977 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2562 cc |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |