1986 Buick Regal vs. 1997 Honda NSX
To start off, 1997 Honda NSX is newer by 11 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, 1997 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1986 Buick Regal. (235 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda NSX weights approximately 8 kg more than 1986 Buick Regal. 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda NSX. 1986 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1997 Honda NSX 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 | 1997 Honda NSX | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Regal | NSX |
Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1498 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |