1977 Buick Regal vs. 2004 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Freelander 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 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick Regal (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 136 kg more than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2004 Land Rover Freelander 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 (352 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. 1977 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2004 Land Rover Freelander has manual transmission. 2004 Land Rover Freelander 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 | 2004 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Buick | Land Rover |
| Model | Regal | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2560 mm |
