1977 Buick Regal vs. 2009 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 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 4,932 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 140 kg more than 2009 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2009 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 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, both vehicles can yield 334 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Regal | 2009 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Regal | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4932 cc | 3545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
