1977 Buick Regal vs. 2013 Ford Flex
To start off, 2013 Ford Flex 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 Flex (281 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Flex weights approximately 488 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, 2013 Ford Flex, 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 (352 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Flex. (346 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Regal | 2013 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Regal | Flex |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2256 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1726 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2994 mm |
