1987 Buick Regal vs. 1998 Ford Cougar
To start off, 1998 Ford Cougar 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 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Cougar (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (137 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Cougar weights approximately 49 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 1987 Buick Regal is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Buick Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Cougar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Cougar. (221 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 1998 Ford Cougar | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Regal | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3128 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1419 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
