1977 Buick Regal vs. 2010 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2010 GMC Yukon 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1279 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 GMC Yukon (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (352 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 2010 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Regal | Yukon |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 352 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 517 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2819 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3302 mm |