1977 Buick Regal vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada 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 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 360 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 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
Model | Regal | Bravada |
Year Released | 1977 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |