1977 Buick Regal vs. 2009 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 32 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 955 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Regal | 2009 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Regal | Express |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3440 mm |
