1987 Buick Regal vs. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1987 Buick Regal is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (135 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Regal | 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Regal | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1987 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2843 cc | 3431 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |