1987 Buick Regal vs. 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager
To start off, 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 9 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager (175 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (137 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 615 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 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager 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, 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager 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, 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager (307 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (246 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Regal | Grand Voyager |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3128 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3040 mm |
