1977 Buick Regal vs. 2002 Lexus IS
To start off, 2002 Lexus IS 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 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 30 kg more than 2002 Lexus IS.
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 (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 2002 Lexus IS | |
Make | Buick | Lexus |
Model | Regal | IS |
Year Released | 1977 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |