1977 Buick Regal vs. 2011 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Altima 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 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 28 kg more than 2011 Nissan Altima.
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 Nissan Altima, 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 2011 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Regal | Altima |
Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4932 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4844 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2776 mm |