1977 Buick Regal vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 36 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 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford E-Series (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford E-Series should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 1290 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.
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, 2013 Ford E-Series (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (352 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Regal | E-Series |
Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3505 mm |