1977 Buick Regal vs. 1988 Morgan 4
To start off, 1988 Morgan 4 is newer by 11 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 40 more horse power than 1988 Morgan 4. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1988 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 670 kg more than 1988 Morgan 4. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Morgan 4. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 1988 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Buick | Morgan |
Model | Regal | 4 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |