1987 Buick Regal vs. 2005 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pickup 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 2,843 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pickup (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (135 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 782 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 Pickup 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 Pickup 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 Pickup (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal. 1987 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan Pickup has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan Pickup will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Regal | 2005 Nissan Pickup | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Regal | Pickup |
Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2843 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2122 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |