1977 Buick Regal vs. 2001 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2001 Subaru Impreza 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 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Impreza (94 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 265 kg more than 2001 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2001 Subaru Impreza 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, 2001 Subaru Impreza 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Impreza. (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Regal | 2001 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | Regal | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |
