1987 Buick Regal vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (135 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 361 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 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander 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 (244 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (224 Nm). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Regal | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2843 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1701 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
