1977 Buick Regal vs. 2009 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 410 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 Ford Crown Victoria (369 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 2009 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Regal | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 369 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2920 mm |