1986 Buick Regal vs. 2004 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2004 Nissan Murano is newer by 18 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, 2004 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1986 Buick Regal. (235 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Murano weights approximately 306 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.
Because 2004 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Murano will offer significantly more control. 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) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Murano. (328 Nm). This means 1986 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick Regal | 2004 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Regal | Murano |
Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 328 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1796 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 82 L |