1977 Buick Regal vs. 2007 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon 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 GMC Canyon (243 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 354 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 2007 GMC Canyon 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, 2007 GMC Canyon 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, 1977 Buick Regal (352 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Canyon. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Regal | 2007 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Regal | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3210 mm |
