1987 Buick Regal vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord 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 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (137 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 295 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
Because 1987 Buick Regal 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 1987 Buick Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord, 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 Honda Accord (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (246 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Regal | 2006 Honda Accord | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Regal | Accord |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3128 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |