1987 Buick Regal vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz G 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz G (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (135 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 810 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 Mercedes-Benz G 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 Mercedes-Benz G 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 Mercedes-Benz G (300 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 1996 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Regal | G |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2843 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2860 mm |
