1987 Buick Regal vs. 1977 Honda Accord
To start off, 1987 Buick Regal is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord 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 55 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 450 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord. 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 1977 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Regal | Accord |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2843 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 61 L |
