1987 Buick Regal vs. 2010 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2010 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 23 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick LaCrosse (280 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (135 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 513 kg more than 1987 Buick Regal. 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, 2010 Buick LaCrosse (351 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 2010 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Regal | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2843 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
