1986 Buick Regal vs. 2007 Hummer H2
To start off, 2007 Hummer H2 is newer by 21 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hummer H2 (325 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1986 Buick Regal. (235 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1413 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 2007 Hummer H2 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, 2007 Hummer H2 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, 2007 Hummer H2 (495 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Regal. (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Regal | 2007 Hummer H2 | |
| Make | Buick | Hummer |
| Model | Regal | H2 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2903 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 121 L |
