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 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (89 HP @ 3600 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 526 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, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (224 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Regal.
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 | 3214 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3000 mm |
