1986 Buick Regal vs. 2006 Chrysler Pacifica
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica is newer by 20 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 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1986 Buick Regal. (235 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 425 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 2006 Chrysler Pacifica 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, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Regal | 2006 Chrysler Pacifica | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Regal | Pacifica |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 87 L |
