1977 Buick Regal vs. 2004 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2004 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 27 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, 2004 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 620 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 2004 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2004 Porsche Cayenne 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, 1977 Buick Regal (352 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Cayenne. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 2004 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Regal | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |