1977 Buick Regal vs. 2000 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 2000 Honda Shuttle 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 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick Regal (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Honda Shuttle. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 15 kg more than 2000 Honda Shuttle. 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 Honda Shuttle, 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 (352 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Shuttle. (206 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 2000 Honda Shuttle | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Regal | Shuttle |
Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2254 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2840 mm |