1986 Buick Regal vs. 1982 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1986 Buick Regal is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. Both 1986 Buick Regal and 1982 Ford Thunderbird are equipped with a 3,791 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick Regal (235 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Regal weights approximately 42 kg more than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. 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, 1986 Buick Regal (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick Regal | 1982 Ford Thunderbird | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Regal | Thunderbird |
Year Released | 1986 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1448 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |