1977 Buick Regal vs. 2009 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca 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 Subaru Tribeca (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 76 kg more than 2009 Subaru Tribeca.
Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca 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 Subaru Tribeca 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, 1977 Buick Regal (352 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Tribeca. (350 Nm @ 450 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Tribeca.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 2009 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Regal | Tribeca |
Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3630 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 450 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |