1986 Buick Regal vs. 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 8 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 93 more horse power than 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 85 kg more than 1986 Buick Regal.
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, 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan, 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 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan. (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick Regal | 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Regal | Grand Caravan |
Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 73 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3040 mm |