1987 Buick Regal vs. 2008 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2008 Infiniti FX 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 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti FX (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (135 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal.
Because 2008 Infiniti FX 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, 2008 Infiniti FX 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, 2008 Infiniti FX (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 2008 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Buick | Infiniti |
| Model | Regal | FX |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2843 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 90 L |
