1987 Buick Regal vs. 1996 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1996 Honda CR-V 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 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (137 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1996 Honda CR-V. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda CR-V weights approximately 130 kg more than 1987 Buick Regal.
Because 1996 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V 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 (246 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 1996 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Regal | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3128 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2620 mm |
