1987 Buick Regal vs. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 20 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (135 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1534 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 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Regal | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2843 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 312 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2874 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 6340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 4010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 129 L |
