1977 Buick Regal vs. 2007 Tata Indica
To start off, 2007 Tata Indica 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, 1977 Buick Regal (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 465 kg more than 2007 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Buick Regal (334 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indica. 1977 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2007 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2007 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Regal | 2007 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Buick | Tata |
| Model | Regal | Indica |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 4932 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
