1987 Buick Regal vs. 1972 Honda Life
To start off, 1987 Buick Regal is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,843 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (135 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1972 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 850 kg more than 1972 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1987 Buick Regal (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Life. 1987 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1972 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1972 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Regal | 1972 Honda Life | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Regal | Life |
Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2843 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 28 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 113 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 61 L |