1986 Buick Regal vs. 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 77 more horse power than 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Regal weights approximately 20 kg more than 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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, 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix, 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick Regal | 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Buick | Pontiac |
Model | Regal | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |