1987 Buick Regal vs. 1988 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1988 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Thunderbird (210 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (137 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 340 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.
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, 1988 Ford Thunderbird (427 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (246 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Regal | 1988 Ford Thunderbird | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Regal | Thunderbird |
Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3128 cc | 3797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2880 mm |