1977 Buick Regal vs. 2013 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2013 Jeep Compass 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 Jeep Compass (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Compass weights approximately 90 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 2013 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Compass will offer significantly more control. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Regal | 2013 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | Regal | Compass |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2634 mm |
