1987 Buick Regal vs. 2002 Honda That
To start off, 2002 Honda That is newer by 15 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, 1987 Buick Regal (137 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2002 Honda That. (67 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda That. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 530 kg more than 2002 Honda That. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda That is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda That will offer significantly more control. 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda That. (151 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda That.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 2002 Honda That | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Regal | That |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3128 cc | 750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
