1977 Buick Regal vs. 2013 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Accent 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Accent (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 313 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Accent.
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 Hyundai Accent, 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 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Accent. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 2013 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | Regal | Accent |
Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1117 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2570 mm |