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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (276 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 736 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord 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, 1987 Buick Regal (489 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 2006 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Regal | Accord |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
