1977 Buick Regal vs. 2005 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper 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 8,284 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 411 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Viper weights approximately 116 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, 2005 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 488 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 2005 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Regal | Viper |
Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 8284 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 712 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1546 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |