1987 Buick Regal vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (161 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (137 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 138 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 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 (246 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Regal | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3128 cc | 2378 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1508 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
