1972 Austin 2200 vs. 1987 Buick Regal
To start off, 1987 Buick Regal is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin 2200 would be higher. At 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (137 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1972 Austin 2200. (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 189 kg more than 1972 Austin 2200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Buick Regal (246 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 2200. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 2200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 2200 | 1987 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | 2200 | Regal |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2227 cc | 3128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 68 L |
