1987 Buick Regal vs. 1981 Porsche 911
To start off, 1987 Buick Regal is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 911 (232 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (135 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 80 kg more than 1981 Porsche 911.
Because 1981 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Porsche 911 (284 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal. 1987 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1981 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1981 Porsche 911 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 | 1981 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Regal | 911 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2843 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
