1987 Buick Regal vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram 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 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (135 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 973 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 2006 Dodge Ram is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Dodge Ram. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Dodge Ram (713 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Regal | Ram |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2843 cc | 8276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 713 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 98 L |
