1987 Buick Regal vs. 2009 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2009 Dodge Journey 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (276 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Journey. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Journey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Journey weights approximately 230 kg more than 1987 Buick Regal.
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, 2009 Dodge Journey, 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 (489 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Journey. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Journey.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Regal | 2009 Dodge Journey | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Regal | Journey |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 1806 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 78 L |