1991 Audi Coupe vs. 1977 Buick Regal
To start off, 1991 Audi Coupe is newer by 14 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 4,932 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi Coupe (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 296 kg more than 1991 Audi Coupe.
Because 1991 Audi Coupe 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, 1991 Audi Coupe 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 (334 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi Coupe. (249 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi Coupe | 1977 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | Coupe | Regal |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 4932 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1174 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2750 mm |
