1987 Buick Regal vs. 2010 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tundra 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (137 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 38 kg more than 2010 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2010 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra 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, 2010 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (246 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Regal | 2010 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Regal | Tundra |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3128 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |