1987 Buick Regal vs. 1988 Subaru XT
To start off, 1988 Subaru XT 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (276 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1988 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 416 kg more than 1988 Subaru XT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Subaru XT 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, 1988 Subaru XT 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 (489 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 1988 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | Regal | XT |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 67 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
