1986 Buick Regal vs. 2003 Tata E
To start off, 2003 Tata E 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 87 more horse power than 2003 Tata E. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2003 Tata E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Regal weights approximately 116 kg more than 2003 Tata E. 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 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Tata E. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Tata E. 1986 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2003 Tata E has manual transmission. 2003 Tata E 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 | 2003 Tata E | |
| Make | Buick | Tata |
| Model | Regal | E |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |
