1977 Buick Regal vs. 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 21 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 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 320 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, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport, 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, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Regal | Trans Sport |
Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 3348 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3050 mm |