1987 Buick Regal vs. 2004 Infiniti QX4
To start off, 2004 Infiniti QX4 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (135 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 620 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 2004 Infiniti QX4 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 Infiniti QX4 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, 2004 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 2004 Infiniti QX4 | |
| Make | Buick | Infiniti |
| Model | Regal | QX4 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2843 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
