1977 Buick Regal vs. 2005 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 28 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, 2005 Chrysler Voyager (172 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 515 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.
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, 2005 Chrysler Voyager, 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 (334 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Regal | 2005 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Regal | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4932 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2880 mm |
