Buick Regal I Sedan 5.7 V8 (172 Hp) Automatic
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Buick Regal:
The Buick Regal is a line of mid-size cars marketed by Buick since 1973. Serving as the premium mid-size/intermediate car of the Buick product range for nearly its entire production, the Regal initially served as the divisional counterpart of the Pontiac Grand Prix and Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme; since the late 2000s, the model line has been derived from the Opel Insignia. The Regal also serves as the basis of the high-performance Grand National, Gran Sport , and Buick GNX coupes.
Through its production, the Regal has been marketed under a wide variety of body styles, including two-door coupes and four-door sedans , along with a 5-door liftback sedan and a 5-door station wagon; the latter was the first Buick station wagon marketed since the retirement of both the Century and Roadmaster Estates after 1996. The turbocharged LD5 3. 8L V6 used in the second generation was used to showcase the motorsports presence of the brand; though offered with other vehicles , the turbocharged engine is most commonly associated with the Regal. During the 1990s, the V6 regained forced induction, with a supercharger replacing the turbocharger....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I Sedan Overview:
Buick Regal (I Sedan). With 373 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1826 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Performance Verdict
One of the more robust 5.7L V8s, offering strong, confident acceleration and ample power for all driving conditions. A very satisfying engine for the Regal.
Fuel Economy
While powerful, fuel economy remains a characteristic of large 70s V8s. Expect moderate to low MPG, but good for its performance class.
Best Use Case:
Enthusiasts, spirited daily driving, long-distance touring with ample power reserves.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and comfortable interior for five adults
- • Smooth, quiet ride characteristic of American luxury sedans
- • Range of powerful V8 engines offering strong torque
- • Classic American styling and road presence
- • Relatively affordable entry into classic car ownership
Cons:
- • Very poor fuel economy across the V8 lineup
- • Handling is soft and not sporty, typical of the era
- • Lacks modern safety features and driver aids
- • Emissions controls of the era often reduced performance
- • Large exterior dimensions can make parking challenging
Specifications:
| General: |
| Brand: | Buick |
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| Model: | Regal |
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| Generation: | I Sedan |
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| Modification (Engine): | 5.7 V8 (172 Hp) Automatic |
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| Start of production: | 1973 |
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| End of production: | 1977 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | Sedan |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 4 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 172 Hp @ 3800 rpm. |
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| Power per litre: | 30 Hp/l |
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| Torque: | 373 Nm @ 2000 rpm. |
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| Engine displacement: | 5737 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
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| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Carburettor |
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| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
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| Valvetrain: | OHV |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 103.05 mm mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 85.98 mm mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 7.9:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.6 kg/Hp, 94.2 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.9 kg/Nm, 204.3 Nm/tonne |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1826 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 413 l |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 83 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 5486 mm mm |
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| Width: | 2007 mm mm |
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| Height: | 1374 mm mm |
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| Wheelbase: | 2946 mm mm |
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| Front track: | 1562 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1542 mm |
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| Ride height (ground clearance): | 145 mm |
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| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 13.8 m |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 3 |
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| Transmission type | Automatic |
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| Gearbox type | Hydramatic |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
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| Rear brakes | Drum |
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| Tires size | 185/75 R14; 195/70 R14; 205/65 R14; 215/60 R14; 195/70 R14 |
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| Wheel rims size | 14 |
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