1986 Buick Regal vs. 2009 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 23 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, 2009 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1986 Buick Regal. (235 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac STS weights approximately 145 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac STS. (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick Regal | 2009 Cadillac STS | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Regal | STS |
Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 369 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |