1987 Buick Regal vs. 2006 Ford E-150
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (276 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-150. (226 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-150.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Buick Regal (489 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford E-150. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 2006 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Regal | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 132 L |
