1987 Buick Regal vs. 1994 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1994 TVR Chimaera 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 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 TVR Chimaera (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (276 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 516 kg more than 1994 TVR Chimaera.
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, 1994 TVR Chimaera (498 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (489 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal. 1987 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1994 TVR Chimaera has manual transmission. 1994 TVR Chimaera 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 TVR Chimaera | |
Make | Buick | TVR |
Model | Regal | Chimaera |
Year Released | 1987 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |