1977 Buick Regal vs. 2000 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2000 Nissan Maxima 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, 2000 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 15 kg more than 2000 Nissan Maxima.
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 Nissan Maxima, 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 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Maxima. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 2000 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Regal | Maxima |
Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 181 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 | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |