1987 Buick Regal vs. 2005 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2005 Mercury Monterey 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Monterey (198 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (137 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 679 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 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 Mercury Monterey, 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, 2005 Mercury Monterey (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (246 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 2005 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Buick | Mercury |
| Model | Regal | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3128 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |
