1987 Buick Regal vs. 2006 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2006 Toyota Avensis 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, 1987 Buick Regal (135 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 135 kg more than 1987 Buick Regal.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Avensis (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal. 1987 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Avensis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Regal | 2006 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Regal | Avensis |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2843 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |