1987 Buick Regal vs. 2005 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 18 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 149 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu YRV. (127 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 574 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu YRV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Buick Regal is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Buick Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu YRV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu YRV. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 2005 Daihatsu YRV | |
| Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
| Model | Regal | YRV |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |
