2007 Acura RDX vs. 1977 Buick Regal
To start off, 2007 Acura RDX is newer by 30 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, 2007 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal.
Because 2007 Acura RDX 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, 2007 Acura RDX 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, 2007 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (352 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RDX | 1977 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | RDX | Regal |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
