1977 Buick Regal vs. 2001 Honda S2000
To start off, 2001 Honda S2000 is newer by 24 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, 2001 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 165 kg more than 2001 Honda S2000.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda S2000. 1977 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2001 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 2001 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Regal | S2000 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 8600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2370 mm |