1977 Buick Regal vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 Mitsubishi Outlander (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 55 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander.
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 Mitsubishi Outlander, 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Regal | 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Regal | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4932 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
