1987 Buick Regal vs. 2006 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy 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 5,358 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (137 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1065 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 GMC Envoy 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, 2006 GMC Envoy 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, 2006 GMC Envoy (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (246 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 2006 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Regal | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3128 cc | 5358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 95 L |
