1987 Buick Regal vs. 2010 Saturn Outlook
To start off, 2010 Saturn Outlook 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Saturn Outlook is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saturn Outlook (277 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (135 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal.
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 Saturn Outlook (253 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Saturn Outlook will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 2010 Saturn Outlook | |
| Make | Buick | Saturn |
| Model | Regal | Outlook |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2843 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 253 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
