1987 Buick Regal vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape 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 104 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (172 HP @ 6550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 554 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Escape 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 Ford Escape 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, 1987 Buick Regal (489 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Regal | 2009 Ford Escape | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Regal | Escape |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2976 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6550 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 1022 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |