1987 Buick Regal vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1987 Buick Regal is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (135 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 55 kg more than 1987 Buick Regal.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Regal | Dart |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2843 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2830 mm |
