1977 Buick Regal vs. 1995 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1995 Dodge Viper is newer by 18 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Viper weights approximately 72 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Dodge Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (334 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Regal. 1977 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1995 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1995 Dodge Viper 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 | 1995 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Regal | Viper |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4932 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 359 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 621 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
