1986 Buick Regal vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick Regal (235 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (227 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Regal weights approximately 5 kg more than 2006 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm). This means 1986 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Regal | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | Regal | Forester |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 227 HP |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
