1977 Buick Regal vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo 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 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 325 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
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 Volkswagen Polo, 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 (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Regal | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Regal | Polo |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2590 mm |
