1977 Buick Regal vs. 2003 Vauxhall Signum
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Signum 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 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Signum (116 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Signum 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 2003 Vauxhall Signum.
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 Vauxhall Signum, 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, 2003 Vauxhall Signum (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Regal | 2003 Vauxhall Signum | |
| Make | Buick | Vauxhall |
| Model | Regal | Signum |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2840 mm |
