1987 Buick Regal vs. 2004 Chrysler Pacifica
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Pacifica 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 26 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Pacifica. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Pacifica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 589 kg more than 1987 Buick Regal.
Because 2004 Chrysler Pacifica 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, 2004 Chrysler Pacifica 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 (489 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Pacifica. (340 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Pacifica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 2004 Chrysler Pacifica | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Regal | Pacifica |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 2165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 87 L |
