1977 Buick Regal vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 309 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic.
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, 2004 Honda Civic, 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 (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 2004 Honda Civic | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Regal | Civic |
Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1121 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |