1987 Buick Regal vs. 1999 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1999 Buick LeSabre is newer by 12 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick LeSabre (203 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (137 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 120 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, 1999 Buick LeSabre, 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, 1999 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (246 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 1999 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Regal | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3128 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
