1977 Buick Regal vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 4,932 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano (228 HP) has 85 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (143 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 590 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.
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 Mercedes-Benz Viano (345 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (334 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Regal | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Regal | Viano |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4932 cc | 3723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 228 HP |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3210 mm |
