1987 Buick Regal vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (135 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 407 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, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (244 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Regal | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2843 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1747 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 76 L |
