1977 Buick Regal vs. 1990 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 1990 Nissan Terrano is newer by 13 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, 1990 Nissan Terrano (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 285 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 1990 Nissan Terrano 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, 1990 Nissan Terrano 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 (334 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Terrano. (244 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Terrano. 1977 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1990 Nissan Terrano has manual transmission. 1990 Nissan Terrano 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Regal | 1990 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Regal | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4932 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
