1987 Buick Regal vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (135 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1136 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 Nissan Armada 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 Nissan Armada 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, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (244 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Regal | Armada |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2843 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 106 L |
