1987 Buick Regal vs. 1977 Ford 2000
To start off, 1987 Buick Regal is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford 2000 would be higher. At 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (137 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1977 Ford 2000. (99 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 113 kg more than 1977 Ford 2000. 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, 1987 Buick Regal (246 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford 2000. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Regal | 1977 Ford 2000 | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Regal | 2000 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3128 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1257 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |