1977 Buick Regal vs. 2008 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2008 Buick Enclave is newer by 31 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Enclave (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Enclave weights approximately 430 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 1977 Buick Regal is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Buick Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Buick Enclave, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Buick Enclave (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Regal | 2008 Buick Enclave | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Regal | Enclave |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3030 mm |
