1977 Buick Regal vs. 1986 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1986 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 9 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 4,932 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Pontiac Bonneville (149 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 30 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.
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, 1986 Pontiac Bonneville, 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 (334 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac Bonneville. (271 Nm). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Regal | 1986 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Buick | Pontiac |
| Model | Regal | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4932 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2820 mm |
