2001 Buick Regal vs. 1977 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Buick Regal is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Regal (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Regal weights approximately 690 kg more than 1977 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Toyota Corolla is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Buick Regal, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Buick Regal (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Buick Regal | 1977 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Regal | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2380 mm |
