1987 Buick Regal vs. 1987 Chrysler TC
To start off, both 1987 Buick Regal and 1987 Chrysler TC were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chrysler TC (202 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (137 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chrysler TC should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chrysler TC weights approximately 104 kg more than 1987 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Chrysler TC, 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 Chrysler TC (298 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (246 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Chrysler TC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Regal | 1987 Chrysler TC | |
Make | Buick | Chrysler |
Model | Regal | TC |
Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3128 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1474 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2370 mm |