1987 Buick Regal vs. 1985 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1987 Buick Regal is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Sunny 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 61 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 525 kg more than 1985 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Buick Regal (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Regal | 1985 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Regal | Sunny |
Year Released | 1987 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2843 cc | 1486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2410 mm |