1987 Buick Regal vs. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (276 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 315 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (489 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Regal | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 129 L |
