1987 Buick Regal vs. 2009 Ford Ka
To start off, 2009 Ford Ka 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 208 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 689 kg more than 2009 Ford Ka. 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 Ka, 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 383 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ka. 1987 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Ka 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.
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1987 Buick Regal | 2009 Ford Ka | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Regal | Ka |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 887 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |