1987 Buick Regal vs. 1997 Lexus SC
To start off, 1997 Lexus SC is newer by 10 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 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lexus SC (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (137 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lexus SC weights approximately 180 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Lexus SC (365 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (246 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Regal | 1997 Lexus SC | |
Make | Buick | Lexus |
Model | Regal | SC |
Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3128 cc | 3969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |