1977 Buick Regal vs. 1996 Infiniti J30
To start off, 1996 Infiniti J30 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Infiniti J30 (211 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Infiniti J30 weights approximately 170 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 Infiniti J30, 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, 1996 Infiniti J30 (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Infiniti J30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 1996 Infiniti J30 | |
Make | Buick | Infiniti |
Model | Regal | J30 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2770 mm |