1977 Buick Regal vs. 2001 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2001 Lancia Thesis is newer by 24 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, 1977 Buick Regal (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2001 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 175 kg more than 1977 Buick Regal.
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, 2001 Lancia Thesis, 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lancia Thesis. (314 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lancia Thesis. 1977 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2001 Lancia Thesis has manual transmission. 2001 Lancia Thesis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 2001 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Buick | Lancia |
Model | Regal | Thesis |
Year Released | 1977 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |