1986 Buick Regal vs. 1977 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1986 Buick Regal is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick Regal (235 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1977 Ford Maverick. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Regal weights approximately 230 kg more than 1977 Ford Maverick. 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, 1986 Buick Regal (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Maverick. (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Regal | 1977 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Regal | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2800 mm |
