1977 Buick Regal vs. 1998 Nissan Presea
To start off, 1998 Nissan Presea 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 Nissan Presea (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Presea should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 400 kg more than 1998 Nissan Presea.
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 Nissan Presea, 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Presea. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Presea.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 1998 Nissan Presea | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Regal | Presea |
Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2590 mm |