1977 Buick Regal vs. 2008 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2008 Toyota Prius 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 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick Regal (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Prius. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 130 kg more than 2008 Toyota Prius. 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 Toyota Prius, 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 (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Prius. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 2008 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Regal | Prius |
Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |