1977 Buick Regal vs. 2003 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2003 Toyota Condor 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, 1977 Buick Regal (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Condor. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Condor weights approximately 176 kg more than 1977 Buick Regal.
Because 2003 Toyota Condor 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, 2003 Toyota Condor 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, 1977 Buick Regal (334 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Condor. (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Condor. 1977 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2003 Toyota Condor has manual transmission. 2003 Toyota Condor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Regal | 2003 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Regal | Condor |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4932 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1646 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
