1977 Buick Regal vs. 2002 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Rexton 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 470 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 2002 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2002 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2002 SsangYong Rexton (319 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Regal | 2002 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Buick | SsangYong |
| Model | Regal | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
