1986 Buick Regal vs. 1990 Chrysler ES
To start off, 1990 Chrysler ES is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick Regal 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 142 more horse power than 1990 Chrysler ES. (93 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1990 Chrysler ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Regal weights approximately 345 kg more than 1990 Chrysler ES. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Buick Regal is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Buick Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Chrysler ES, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chrysler ES. (166 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chrysler ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Regal | 1990 Chrysler ES | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Regal | ES |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
