1987 Buick Regal vs. 2005 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2005 Smart ForFour 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, 1987 Buick Regal (135 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 375 kg more than 2005 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForFour. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Regal | 2005 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Buick | Smart |
Model | Regal | ForFour |
Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2843 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 47 L |