1977 Buick Regal vs. 1998 Proton 300
To start off, 1998 Proton 300 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, 1977 Buick Regal (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1998 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 392 kg more than 1998 Proton 300. 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 Proton 300, 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Proton 300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Regal | 1998 Proton 300 | |
| Make | Buick | Proton |
| Model | Regal | 300 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |
