1977 Buick Regal vs. 2010 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tundra 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 140 kg more than 2010 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2010 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra 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 Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (334 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Regal | Tundra |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4932 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3710 mm |