1987 Buick Regal vs. 2009 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter 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 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (152 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (137 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (280 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (246 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 2009 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Regal | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3128 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 95 L |
