1987 Buick Regal vs. 1995 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1995 Lincoln Continental is newer by 8 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (137 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 380 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 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, 1995 Lincoln Continental, 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, 1995 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (246 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Regal | 1995 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Buick | Lincoln |
Model | Regal | Continental |
Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3128 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |