1986 Buick Regal vs. 2009 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2009 Jeep Wrangler 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 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick Regal (235 HP) has 63 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. (172 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 553 kg more than 1986 Buick Regal.
Because 2009 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2009 Jeep Wrangler 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. (296 Nm). This means 1986 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Regal | 2009 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | Regal | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 172 HP |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
