1977 Buick Regal vs. 2006 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2006 Lancia Lybra 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 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Lybra (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 15 kg more than 2006 Lancia Lybra.
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, 2006 Lancia Lybra, 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Lybra. (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 2006 Lancia Lybra | |
Make | Buick | Lancia |
Model | Regal | Lybra |
Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2600 mm |