1986 Buick Regal vs. 1982 Porsche 944
To start off, 1986 Buick Regal is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick Regal (235 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1982 Porsche 944. (163 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1982 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Regal weights approximately 330 kg more than 1982 Porsche 944. 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 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Porsche 944. (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick Regal | 1982 Porsche 944 | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Regal | 944 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |