1977 Buick Regal vs. 2008 Citroen Picasso
To start off, 2008 Citroen Picasso 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 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 35 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 230 kg more than 2008 Citroen Picasso. 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 Citroen Picasso, 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, 1977 Buick Regal (334 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Picasso. 1977 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2008 Citroen Picasso has manual transmission. 2008 Citroen Picasso 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 | 2008 Citroen Picasso | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Regal | Picasso |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4932 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2770 mm |
