1977 Buick Regal vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier 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 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 100 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 Nissan Frontier (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Regal | Frontier |
Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3200 mm |