1977 Buick Regal vs. 2010 Kia Optima
To start off, 2010 Kia Optima 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, 2010 Kia Optima (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 20 kg more than 2010 Kia Optima.
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 Kia Optima, 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Optima. (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 2010 Kia Optima | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Regal | Optima |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4932 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |