1977 Buick Regal vs. 2004 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 27 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, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 509 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Buick Regal (334 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Regal | 2004 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Regal | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4932 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1979 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3000 mm |
