1977 Buick Regal vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang 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 4,932 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 180 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 Mustang (380 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (334 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Regal. 1977 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2013 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2013 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1977 Buick Regal | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Regal | Mustang |
Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4932 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |