1986 Buick Regal vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion 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 5,405 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1986 Buick Regal. (235 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1725 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 2005 Ford Excursion 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 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Regal. (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick Regal | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Regal | Excursion |
Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 3215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 167 L |