1977 Buick Regal vs. 2001 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2001 Toyota Sequoia 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 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Sequoia (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 74 kg more than 1977 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2001 Toyota Sequoia (430 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (352 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Regal | 2001 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Regal | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3010 mm |
