1987 Buick Regal vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (276 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (269 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 221 kg more than 2007 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 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 (489 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Regal | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Regal | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |