1987 Buick Regal vs. 1994 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1994 Nissan Sunny 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 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 158 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Sunny. (118 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 520 kg more than 1994 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Nissan Sunny, 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 (489 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Sunny. (148 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Sunny. 1987 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1994 Nissan Sunny has manual transmission. 1994 Nissan Sunny 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 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Regal | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2540 mm |
