1977 Buick Regal vs. 2007 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro 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 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal.
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, 1977 Buick Regal (352 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 2007 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Regal | Nitro |
Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2770 mm |