1987 Buick Regal vs. 1974 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1987 Buick Regal is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (276 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1974 Triumph TR6. (101 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 491 kg more than 1974 Triumph TR6. 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, 1987 Buick Regal (489 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph TR6. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Regal | 1974 Triumph TR6 | |
Make | Buick | Triumph |
Model | Regal | TR6 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |