1987 Buick Regal vs. 1988 Zastava 750

To start off, 1988 Zastava 750 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 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (137 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1988 Zastava 750. (33 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1988 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 730 kg more than 1988 Zastava 750. 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, 1987 Buick Regal (246 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Zastava 750. (55 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Zastava 750.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Buick Regal 1988 Zastava 750
Make Buick Zastava
Model Regal 750
Year Released 1987 1988
Engine Size 3128 cc 848 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 137 HP 33 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 246 Nm 55 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1370 kg 640 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 3300 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1390 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2010 mm


 

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