1977 Buick Regal vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1094 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 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Regal | Touareg |
Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4921 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 309 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |