1977 Buick Regal vs. 2010 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2010 Dodge Viper is newer by 33 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 8,400 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 437 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Viper weights approximately 27 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, 2010 Dodge Viper (758 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (352 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Regal. 1977 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2010 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2010 Dodge Viper 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 | 2010 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Regal | Viper |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 8400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 758 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1234 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
