1977 Buick Regal vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 34 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q5 weights approximately 425 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 2011 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 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, 2011 Audi Q5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Regal | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | Regal | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2807 mm |
