1986 Buick Regal vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 25 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) has 97 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic.
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, 2011 Honda Civic, 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) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 1986 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick Regal | 2011 Honda Civic | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Regal | Civic |
Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 448 Nm | 174 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |