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 2,843 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (135 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 22 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 68 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (244 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. 1987 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 2843 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
