1987 Buick Regal vs. 2005 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda CR-V 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 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda CR-V (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (137 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda CR-V weights approximately 50 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 2005 Honda CR-V 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, 2005 Honda CR-V 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 (246 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 2005 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Regal | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3128 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1420 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |
