1977 Buick Regal vs. 1999 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1999 Opel Vectra 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 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Vectra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 38 kg more than 1999 Opel Vectra.
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 Opel Vectra, 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 1999 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Regal | Vectra |
Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |