1977 Buick Regal vs. 1989 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1989 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 12 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, 1989 Volkswagen Golf (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 750 kg more than 1989 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1989 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volkswagen Golf. (252 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volkswagen Golf. 1977 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1989 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 1989 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1977 Buick Regal | 1989 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Regal | Golf |
Year Released | 1977 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2480 mm |