1977 Buick Regal vs. 1993 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 1993 Nissan Maxima is newer by 16 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 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Maxima (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 110 kg more than 1993 Nissan Maxima.
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, 1993 Nissan Maxima, 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, 1993 Nissan Maxima (253 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Regal | 1993 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Regal | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 253 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
