1987 Buick Regal vs. 1986 Ford Granada
To start off, 1987 Buick Regal is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Granada 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 9 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (128 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 64 kg more than 1986 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 (246 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (204 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Regal | 1986 Ford Granada | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Regal | Granada |
Year Released | 1987 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3128 cc | 2394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1306 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 116 L |