1977 Buick Regal vs. 2005 Kia Carens
To start off, 2005 Kia Carens 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carens (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 748 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 Kia Carens, 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 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens. 1977 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Carens has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Carens 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 | 2005 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | Regal | Carens |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2570 mm |
