1974 Avanti Avanti vs. 1987 Buick Regal
To start off, 1987 Buick Regal is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,569 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (137 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 210 kg more than 1987 Buick Regal. 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, 1974 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (246 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Avanti Avanti | 1987 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Avanti | Buick |
| Model | Avanti | Regal |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 6569 cc | 3128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2740 mm |
