1977 Buick Regal vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (277 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 780 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 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (334 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Regal | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Regal | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4932 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
