1986 Buick Regal vs. 2010 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 24 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 895 kg more than 1986 Buick Regal.
Because 1986 Buick Regal is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Buick Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. (159 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick Regal | 2010 Chevrolet Malibu | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Regal | Malibu |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |