1977 Buick Regal vs. 1999 Hyundai Dynasty
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Dynasty is newer by 22 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Hyundai Dynasty (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Dynasty should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Dynasty weights approximately 250 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 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, 1999 Hyundai Dynasty, 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, 1999 Hyundai Dynasty (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Hyundai Dynasty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Regal | 1999 Hyundai Dynasty | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | Regal | Dynasty |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2870 mm |
