1977 Buick Regal vs. 2011 Peugeot iOn
To start off, 2011 Peugeot iOn 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. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick Regal (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot iOn. (63 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot iOn. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 350 kg more than 2011 Peugeot iOn. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot iOn. (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot iOn.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 2011 Peugeot iOn | |
Make | Buick | Peugeot |
Model | Regal | iOn |
Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3395 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1475 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |