1977 Buick Regal vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick Regal (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 119 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. 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, 2009 Ford Focus, 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 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus. 1977 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Regal | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Regal | Focus |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
