1987 Buick Regal vs. 2010 Tata Nano
To start off, 2010 Tata Nano 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 102 more horse power than 2010 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 770 kg more than 2010 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 (246 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Regal | 2010 Tata Nano | |
Make | Buick | Tata |
Model | Regal | Nano |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3128 cc | 624 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 48 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3099 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1495 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1652 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 37 L |