1977 Buick Regal vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry 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 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 340 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry.
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 Toyota Camry, 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 (352 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (280 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Regal | Camry |
Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1200 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2440 mm |