1977 Buick Regal vs. 2002 Jaguar X400
To start off, 2002 Jaguar X400 is newer by 25 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, 2002 Jaguar X400 (390 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar X400 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar X400 weights approximately 260 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Jaguar X400 (525 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (352 Nm). This means 2002 Jaguar X400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Regal | 2002 Jaguar X400 | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | Regal | X400 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1800 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2920 mm |
