1987 Buick Regal vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Bora 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, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (137 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 15 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Bora.
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 Volkswagen Bora, 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Regal | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Regal | Bora |
Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3128 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 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 | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |