1987 Buick Regal vs. 2009 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 22 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 6,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (276 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1033 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.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (489 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 2009 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Regal | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 6161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 103.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 2609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |
