1987 Buick Regal vs. 2004 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2004 Chrysler 300 is newer by 17 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (276 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler 300. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 4 kg more than 1987 Buick Regal.
Because 1987 Buick Regal is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Buick Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (489 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler 300. (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 2004 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Regal | 300 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2880 mm |
