1977 Buick Regal vs. 2010 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2010 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 685 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 2010 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2010 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (334 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Regal | 2010 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Regal | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4932 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1885 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2789 mm |
