1977 Buick Regal vs. 2012 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2012 Dodge Journey 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 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Journey (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Journey weights approximately 290 kg more than 1977 Buick Regal. 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 Dodge Journey, 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, 2012 Dodge Journey (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Regal | 2012 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Regal | Journey |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1692 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2891 mm |
