1977 Buick Regal vs. 2009 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2009 Lotus Evora 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 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal.
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, 1977 Buick Regal (352 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Evora. (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Evora. 1977 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2009 Lotus Evora has manual transmission. 2009 Lotus Evora 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 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Buick | Lotus |
| Model | Regal | Evora |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
