1986 Holden Commodore vs. 2011 Buick Regal
To start off, 2011 Buick Regal is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Regal (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1986 Holden Commodore. (164 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Regal weights approximately 370 kg more than 1986 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Holden Commodore 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 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Buick Regal, 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, 2011 Buick Regal (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Commodore. (324 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Commodore | 2011 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Holden | Buick |
| Model | Commodore | Regal |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2738 mm |
