1977 Buick Regal vs. 2010 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2010 Mazda Tribute 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 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 345 kg more than 2010 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2010 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Tribute will offer significantly more control. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda Tribute. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Regal | 2010 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Regal | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4932 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
