1987 Buick Regal vs. 1991 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1991 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 4 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, 1991 Nissan Pulsar (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (137 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 220 kg more than 1991 Nissan Pulsar.
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, 1991 Nissan Pulsar, 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 Buick Regal (246 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Pulsar. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Regal | 1991 Nissan Pulsar | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Regal | Pulsar |
Year Released | 1987 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3128 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2440 mm |