1987 Buick Regal vs. 1998 GMC Safari
To start off, 1998 GMC Safari 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (135 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 GMC Safari weights approximately 615 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 1998 GMC Safari 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 1998 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal, 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, 1998 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 1998 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Regal | Safari |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2843 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 98 L |
