1987 Buick Regal vs. 1985 Subaru XT
To start off, 1987 Buick Regal is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Subaru XT 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 1 more horse power than 1985 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 176 kg more than 1985 Subaru XT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Subaru XT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Subaru XT will offer significantly more control. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 1985 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | Regal | XT |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2843 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
