1987 Buick Regal vs. 1999 GAZ 3110
To start off, 1999 GAZ 3110 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 2,843 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (135 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 GAZ 3110. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1999 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1987 Buick Regal.
Because 1999 GAZ 3110 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 1999 GAZ 3110. 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, 1987 Buick Regal (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GAZ 3110. (189 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GAZ 3110. 1987 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1999 GAZ 3110 has manual transmission. 1999 GAZ 3110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 1999 GAZ 3110 | |
| Make | Buick | GAZ |
| Model | Regal | 3110 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2843 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2810 mm |
