1987 Buick Regal vs. 1984 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1987 Buick Regal is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (137 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (96 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 520 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Buick Regal 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 1987 Buick Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1987 Buick Regal (246 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Regal | 1984 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Regal | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3128 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2300 mm |