1987 Buick Regal vs. 2008 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 21 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (336 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (135 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 533 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 2008 Chrysler 300 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 2008 Chrysler 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal, 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, 2008 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 2008 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Regal | 300 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2843 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 336 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1873 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 73 L |
