2002 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1977 Buick Regal
To start off, 2002 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 25 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 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick Rendezvous (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 299 kg more than 1977 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Buick Regal 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 Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Buick Rendezvous, 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 Regal (352 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Buick Rendezvous | 1977 Buick Regal | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Rendezvous | Regal |
Year Released | 2002 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1839 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2750 mm |