1987 Buick Regal vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus 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, 1987 Buick Regal (137 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 98 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Ford Focus, 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, 2009 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (246 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Regal | Focus |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3128 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
