1987 Buick Regal vs. 2001 Nissan MM
To start off, 2001 Nissan MM 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan MM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan MM (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (135 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan MM should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan MM weights approximately 495 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Nissan MM (372 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (244 Nm). This means 2001 Nissan MM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 2001 Nissan MM | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Regal | MM |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2843 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 1530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 106 L |
