1987 Buick Regal vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,843 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (135 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 180 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1987 Buick Regal (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Regal | Passat |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2843 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
