1977 Buick Regal vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 315 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 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | Regal | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 249 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |