1977 Buick Regal vs. 2000 Buick Regal
To start off, 2000 Buick Regal is newer by 23 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. Both 1977 Buick Regal and 2000 Buick Regal are equipped with a 3,791 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick Regal (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Regal weights approximately 130 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, 2000 Buick Regal, 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, 2000 Buick Regal (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 2000 Buick Regal | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Regal | Regal |
Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 312 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 | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2780 mm |