1977 Buick Regal vs. 2008 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2008 Nissan Rogue 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 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Rogue (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 410 kg more than 2008 Nissan Rogue.
Because 2008 Nissan Rogue 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, 2008 Nissan Rogue 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Rogue. (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Rogue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Regal | 2008 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Regal | Rogue |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |
