1987 Buick Regal vs. 2004 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2004 Dodge Ram 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 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (276 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 890 kg more than 1987 Buick Regal.
Because 2004 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram 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) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Ram. (407 Nm). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 2004 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Regal | Ram |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 2466 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 132 L |
