1986 Buick Regal vs. 2010 Holden Caprice
To start off, 2010 Holden Caprice 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, 2010 Holden Caprice (278 HP) has 43 more horse power than 1986 Buick Regal. (235 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Holden Caprice should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Regal.
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) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Holden Caprice. (350 Nm). This means 1986 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Holden Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Regal | 2010 Holden Caprice | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | Regal | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 278 HP |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
