1977 Buick Regal vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord 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 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord 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.
Because 1977 Buick Regal is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Buick Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 2010 Honda Accord | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Regal | Accord |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2799 mm |