1987 Buick Regal vs. 1995 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1995 Opel Frontera 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 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 162 more horse power than 1995 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Frontera weights approximately 63 kg more than 1987 Buick Regal.
Because 1995 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Frontera. 1987 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1995 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 1995 Opel Frontera 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 | 1995 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Regal | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
