1977 Buick Regal vs. 2003 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2003 Lancia Thesis is newer by 26 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 4,932 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Thesis (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 350 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 1977 Buick Regal is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Buick Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Thesis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (334 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 2003 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Buick | Lancia |
Model | Regal | Thesis |
Year Released | 1977 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4932 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |