1977 Buick Regal vs. 2000 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2000 Jeep Cherokee 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 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jeep Cherokee (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal.
Because 2000 Jeep Cherokee 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 Jeep Cherokee 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 (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jeep Cherokee. (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Regal | 2000 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | Regal | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
