1987 Buick Regal vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 11 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 2,843 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (135 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 300 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | Buick | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Regal | 155 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2843 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 11700 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 9500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
