1977 Buick Regal vs. 1992 Honda Civic
To start off, 1992 Honda Civic is newer by 15 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Civic (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 380 kg more than 1992 Honda Civic.
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, 1992 Honda Civic, 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 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Civic. (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Civic. 1977 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1992 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1992 Honda Civic 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 | 1992 Honda Civic | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Regal | Civic |
Year Released | 1977 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2380 mm |