1987 Buick Regal vs. 1999 Daihatsu Naked
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Naked 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), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (276 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 726 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Daihatsu Naked is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Naked will offer significantly more control. 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 (489 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 1999 Daihatsu Naked | |
| Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
| Model | Regal | Naked |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 37 L |
