1987 Buick Regal vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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 56 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. (220 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 731 kg more than 1987 Buick Regal.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. (310 Nm). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Regal | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |
