2002 Buick Regal vs. 1977 Buick Electra
To start off, 2002 Buick Regal is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick Regal (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1977 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Electra weights approximately 225 kg more than 2002 Buick Regal.
Because 1977 Buick Electra 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 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1977 Buick Electra (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Buick Regal. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Buick Regal | 1977 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Regal | Electra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3030 mm |
