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Buick Regal Regal Mk1 (1973–1977) Specs
Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.
Body Style
Chassis
Engines
Quick Specs
Chassis & Body
Engine Lineup
| Trans | Engine | Gears | HP | Fuel | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MT | 3.8 V6 Automatic | 3 | 117 HP | Petrol | — |
| AT | 5.7 V8 Automatic | 3 | 172 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 5.7 V8 Automatic | 3 | 177 HP | Petrol | — |
| AT | 7.5 V8 Automatic | 3 | 233 HP | Petrol | — |
Note: Performance figures may vary based on market and conditions.
Buick Regal Regal Mk1 overview
The Buick Regal (Regal Mk1) is the 1st generation of the Regal, built from 1973 to 1977. It is offered as a Sedan with 5 engines (petrol), from 112 HP to 192 HP. The 5.7 V8 (172 Hp) Automatic is 5486 mm long.
How much horsepower does the Buick Regal have?
The Buick Regal (Regal Mk1) has 112 HP to 192 HP, depending on the engine: 3.8 Buick (112 HP), 5.7 Smallblock (142 HP), 5.7 Smallblock (147 HP), 5.7 Smallblock (172 HP), 7.5 Bigblock (192 HP).
What engines are available for the Buick Regal?
The Buick Regal is available with 5 engines: 3.8 Buick (112 HP, petrol), 5.7 Smallblock (142 HP, petrol), 5.7 Smallblock (147 HP, petrol), 5.7 Smallblock (172 HP, petrol), 7.5 Bigblock (192 HP, petrol).
What are the dimensions of the Buick Regal?
The Buick Regal is 5486 mm long, 2007 mm wide, 1374 mm tall, with a 2946 mm wheelbase.
Advanced Specs
Overview
| Generation | Buick Regal I Sedan |
|---|---|
| Year | 1973–1977 |
| Platform | GM A-Body |
| Variant | 5.7 V8 (172 Hp) Automatic |
| Body type | sedan |
| Engine type | Fuel |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 4 |
Power & torque
| Power | 172 HP |
|---|---|
| Power @ max rpm | 3800 rpm |
| Torque | 373 Nm |
| Torque @ max rpm | 2000 rpm |
Engine
| Engine code | Buick 350 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 5737 cc |
| Cylinders | 8 |
| Configuration | V Engine |
| Bore | 103.1 mm |
| Stroke | 86.0 mm |
| Compression ratio | 7.9 |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Injection system | carburettor |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated Engine |
| Valvetrain | ohv |
| Engine layout | Front Longitudinal |
Drivetrain & transmission
| Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
|---|---|
| Powertrain architecture | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Drivetrain architecture | The Internal Combustion Engine Ice Drives The Rear Wheels Of The Vehicle |
| Gearbox type | Torque Converter |
| Gears | 3 |
| Gearbox code | thm350 |
| Gearbox manufacturer | gm |
Dimensions
| Length | 5486 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 2007 mm |
| Height | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2946 mm |
| Front track | 1562 mm |
| Rear track | 1542 mm |
| Boot space | 413 L |
| Ground clearance | 145 mm |
| Turning circle | 13.8 m |
Mass
| Kerb weight | 1826 kg |
|---|
Consumption & emissions
| Fuel tank | 83.0 L |
|---|
Chassis & brakes
| Front brakes | Ventilated Discs |
|---|---|
| Rear brakes | drum |
| Tire size | 185/75 R14; 195/70 R14; 205/65 R14; 215/60 R14; 195/70 R14 |
| Wheel rims | 14 |
Efficiency ratios
| Weight-to-power | 10.6 kg/Hp, 94.2 Hp/tonne |
|---|---|
| Weight-to-torque | 4.9 kg/Nm, 204.3 Nm/tonne |
Other
| Start Of Production | 1973 |
|---|---|
| End Of Production | 1977 |
Performance
! Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.