1977 Buick Regal vs. 1998 Infiniti QX4
To start off, 1998 Infiniti QX4 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 4,932 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 490 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 1998 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Infiniti QX4 will offer significantly more control. 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 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (334 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Regal | 1998 Infiniti QX4 | |
| Make | Buick | Infiniti |
| Model | Regal | QX4 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4932 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
