1977 Buick Regal vs. 1998 Ford Focus
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus 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 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 315 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus.
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 Ford Focus, 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 (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 1998 Ford Focus | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Regal | Focus |
Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |