1977 Buick Regal vs. 1996 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1996 Dodge Viper 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Viper (444 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Viper weights approximately 15 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, 1996 Dodge Viper (664 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (352 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 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 1996 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1996 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 | 1996 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Regal | Viper |
Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 7990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 664 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1555 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 |