1977 Buick Regal vs. 1998 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1998 Ford Maverick 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 Maverick (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Buick Regal (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Maverick. (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Regal | 1998 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Regal | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1860 mm |
