1987 Buick Regal vs. 1990 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Trans Am is newer by 3 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Trans Am (235 HP) has 100 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (135 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Trans Am should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Trans Am weights approximately 341 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 1990 Pontiac Trans Am 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 1990 Pontiac Trans Am. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal, 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, 1990 Pontiac Trans Am (447 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (244 Nm). This means 1990 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 1990 Pontiac Trans Am | |
| Make | Buick | Pontiac |
| Model | Regal | Trans Am |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2843 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 235 HP |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2570 mm |
