1987 Buick Regal vs. 1974 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1987 Buick Regal is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Camaro (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (137 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 215 kg more than 1987 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1974 Chevrolet Camaro (338 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (246 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Regal | 1974 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Regal | Camaro |
Year Released | 1987 | 1974 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3128 cc | 5734 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2760 mm |