1977 Buick Regal vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic 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 4,932 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick Regal (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic.
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 Civic, 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 (334 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 2010 Honda Civic | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Regal | Civic |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4932 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |