1987 Buick Regal vs. 1994 Dodge Neon
To start off, 1994 Dodge Neon is newer by 7 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 2,843 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Neon (150 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (135 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 213 kg more than 1994 Dodge Neon.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Dodge Neon. (178 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Dodge Neon. 1987 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1994 Dodge Neon has manual transmission. 1994 Dodge Neon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 1994 Dodge Neon | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Regal | Neon |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2843 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1127 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 42 L |
