1977 Buick Regal vs. 2000 Honda Life
To start off, 2000 Honda Life 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. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick Regal (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2000 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 640 kg more than 2000 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 2000 Honda Life | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Regal | Life |
Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2370 mm |