1977 Buick Regal vs. 2006 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2006 Lincoln Navigator 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 966 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 2006 Lincoln Navigator 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, 2006 Lincoln Navigator 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, 2006 Lincoln Navigator (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (334 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Regal | 2006 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Buick | Lincoln |
| Model | Regal | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4932 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 496 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3020 mm |
