1977 Buick Regal vs. 2009 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander 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 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 147 kg more than 2009 Jeep Commander.
Because 2009 Jeep Commander 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, 2009 Jeep Commander 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, 2009 Jeep Commander (527 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (352 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Regal | 2009 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | Regal | Commander |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 358 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 527 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2790 mm |
