1986 Buick Regal vs. 1990 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1990 Jeep Cherokee 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 148 more horse power than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Regal weights approximately 40 kg more than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Jeep Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. 1986 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1990 Jeep Cherokee has manual transmission. 1990 Jeep Cherokee will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Regal | 1990 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | Regal | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
