1987 Buick Regal vs. 2001 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Express is newer by 14 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (137 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1030 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.
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, 2001 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (246 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Regal | 2001 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Regal | Express |
Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3128 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 15 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |