1987 Buick Regal vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa 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, 1987 Buick Regal (137 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (106 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 280 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Buick Regal is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Buick Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Regal | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3128 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
