1977 Buick Regal vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (345 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 30 kg more than 2013 Lotus Evora.
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 Lotus Evora (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (334 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Lotus Evora 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 Lotus Evora has manual transmission. 2013 Lotus Evora 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Regal | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Buick | Lotus |
| Model | Regal | Evora |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2575 mm |
