1987 Buick Regal vs. 2006 Citroen C5
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 is newer by 19 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (135 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 324 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.
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, 2006 Citroen C5 (286 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 2006 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Regal | C5 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2843 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 66 L |
