1986 Buick Regal vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 1986 Buick Regal is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 124 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 171 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Regal weights approximately 560 kg more than 1977 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Buick Regal (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Regal | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Buick | Seat |
| Model | Regal | 124 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2430 mm |
