1977 Buick Regal vs. 1997 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1997 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 20 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 5,747 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Firebird (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 240 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, 1997 Pontiac Firebird (454 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (224 Nm). This means 1997 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 1997 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Buick | Pontiac |
Model | Regal | Firebird |
Year Released | 1977 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 5747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 454 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |