1987 Buick Regal vs. 1987 Buick Century
To start off, both 1987 Buick Regal and 1987 Buick Century were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Century (150 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (137 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal.
Because 1987 Buick Regal is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Buick Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Buick Century, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Century (270 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (246 Nm). This means 1987 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 1987 Buick Century | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Regal | Century |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3128 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 150 HP |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2662 mm |
