1977 Buick Regal vs. 2006 GMC Savana
To start off, 2006 GMC Savana 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Savana (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 1229 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 GMC Savana (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 2006 GMC Savana | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Regal | Savana |
Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 4802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2659 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3940 mm |