1987 Buick Regal vs. 2010 Renault Duster
To start off, 2010 Renault Duster 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 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (137 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2010 Renault Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 170 kg more than 2010 Renault Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Renault Duster 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 Renault Duster 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 (246 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Regal | 2010 Renault Duster | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Regal | Duster |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3128 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2673 mm |