1987 Buick Regal vs. 1985 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1987 Buick Regal is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volkswagen Polo 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 97 more horse power than 1985 Volkswagen Polo. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1985 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 640 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Polo. 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volkswagen Polo. (74 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volkswagen Polo. 1987 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1985 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 1985 Volkswagen Polo 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 | 1985 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Regal | Polo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2843 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
