1977 Buick Regal vs. 2011 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2011 GMC Terrain 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 4,932 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Terrain (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Terrain weights approximately 284 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 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, 2011 GMC Terrain, 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Regal | 2011 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Regal | Terrain |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| 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 | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1754 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2858 mm |
