1987 Buick Regal vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (276 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2010 Jeep Commander. (229 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2010 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Commander weights approximately 729 kg more than 1987 Buick Regal.
Because 2010 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander will offer significantly more control. 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Commander. (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jeep Commander.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Regal | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
Make | Buick | Jeep |
Model | Regal | Commander |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.5 mm |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 2305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 78 L |