1986 Buick Regal vs. 2005 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 19 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 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick Regal (235 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 760 kg more than 1986 Buick Regal.
Because 2005 Dodge Durango 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, 2005 Dodge Durango 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm). This means 1986 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Regal | 2005 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Regal | Durango |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 102 L |
