1977 Buick Regal vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte 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 Kia Forte (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 156 kg more than 2011 Kia Forte.
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 Kia Forte, 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Forte. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Forte. 1977 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2011 Kia Forte has manual transmission. 2011 Kia Forte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 2011 Kia Forte | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Regal | Forte |
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 | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4341 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2649 mm |