1986 Buick Regal vs. 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 17 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 52 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 260 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, 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport, 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick Regal | 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Regal | Trans Sport |
Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3050 mm |