1987 Buick Regal vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic 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 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 29 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 190 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. 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, 2008 Honda Civic, 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Regal | 2008 Honda Civic | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Regal | Civic |
Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3128 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |