1977 Buick Regal vs. 2007 Chrysler Crossfire
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 30 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, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 31 kg more than 2007 Chrysler Crossfire.
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, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Regal | 2007 Chrysler Crossfire | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Regal | Crossfire |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1399 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
