1977 Buick Regal vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 75 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry.
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 Toyota Camry, 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, 2006 Toyota Camry (325 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Regal | Camry |
Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |