1987 Buick Regal vs. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt 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 2,843 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (135 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 410 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, 1987 Buick Regal (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Regal | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2843 cc | 2201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 49 L |
