1999 Buick Regal vs. 1971 Renault 17
To start off, 1999 Buick Regal is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 17 would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Regal (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1971 Renault 17. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Regal weights approximately 505 kg more than 1971 Renault 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1999 Buick Regal (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 17. (133 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 17. 1999 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1971 Renault 17 has manual transmission. 1971 Renault 17 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Regal | 1971 Renault 17 | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Regal | 17 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2440 mm |
