1987 Buick Regal vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 280 kg more than 1987 Buick Regal.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (511 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (246 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Regal | C |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3128 cc | 2987 cc |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |
