1977 Buick Regal vs. 1982 Buick Electra
To start off, 1982 Buick Electra is newer by 5 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 4,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Electra weights approximately 260 kg more than 1977 Buick Regal. 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, 1982 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 1982 Buick Electra | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Regal | Electra |
Year Released | 1977 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 4128 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3030 mm |