1977 Buick Regal vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 29 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 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 773 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (713 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (352 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Regal | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Regal | Ram |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 8276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 713 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3070 mm |
