1977 Buick Regal vs. 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 17 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, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 392 kg more than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Buick Regal (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Regal | 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Regal | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
