1977 Buick Regal vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 35 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, 1977 Buick Regal (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 105 kg more than 2012 Citroen C5. 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, 2012 Citroen C5, 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Regal | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Regal | C5 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4932 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
