1987 Buick Regal vs. 1999 Rover 25
To start off, 1999 Rover 25 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 31 more horse power than 1999 Rover 25. (104 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1999 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 210 kg more than 1999 Rover 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 25. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 25. 1987 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1999 Rover 25 has manual transmission. 1999 Rover 25 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 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Buick | Rover |
| Model | Regal | 25 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2843 cc | 1950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
