1987 Buick Regal vs. 2002 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2002 Toyota Mark II 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, 2002 Toyota Mark II (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (137 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 185 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.
Because 2002 Toyota Mark II 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 Toyota Mark II 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Mark II. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Regal | 2002 Toyota Mark II | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Regal | Mark II |
Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3128 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |