1986 Buick Regal vs. 1980 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 1986 Buick Regal is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick Regal (235 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1980 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1980 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 320 kg more than 1986 Buick Regal.
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, 1986 Buick Regal (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chrysler Newport. (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick Regal | 1980 Chrysler Newport | |
Make | Buick | Chrysler |
Model | Regal | Newport |
Year Released | 1986 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5209 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3020 mm |