1987 Buick Regal vs. 2011 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 24 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 2,843 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (135 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 160 kg more than 2011 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2011 Daihatsu Terios 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 (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Regal | 2011 Daihatsu Terios | |
Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
Model | Regal | Terios |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2843 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |