1987 Buick Regal vs. 2009 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Elantra 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 157 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (119 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 258 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. 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 Hyundai Elantra, 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 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Regal | 2009 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | Regal | Elantra |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |