1987 Buick Regal vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V 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 2,843 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (156 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (135 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 652 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 Honda CR-V 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 CR-V 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 (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda CR-V. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Regal | 2006 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Regal | CR-V |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2843 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1992 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 58 L |