1987 Buick Regal vs. 1999 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 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 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 137 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 450 kg more than 1999 Morgan Plus 4.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Regal | 1999 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Buick | Morgan |
Model | Regal | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3128 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2500 mm |