1977 Buick Regal vs. 1996 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1996 Buick LeSabre is newer by 19 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 4,932 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick LeSabre (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 20 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 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, 1996 Buick LeSabre, 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 (334 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Regal | 1996 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Regal | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4932 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2820 mm |
