1977 Buick Regal vs. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro 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 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (382 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 188 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (510 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (334 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Regal. 1977 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2004 Vauxhall Monaro has manual transmission. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro 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 Vauxhall Monaro | |
Make | Buick | Vauxhall |
Model | Regal | Monaro |
Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4932 cc | 5664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1658 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2800 mm |