1987 Buick Regal vs. 2011 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2011 Dodge Caliber 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (276 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Caliber. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 210 kg more than 2011 Dodge Caliber. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Buick Regal is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Buick Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Caliber, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (489 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 2011 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Regal | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 1366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |
