1987 Buick Regal vs. 2011 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2011 Dodge Charger 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Charger (370 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (137 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Charger weights approximately 559 kg more than 1987 Buick Regal. 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, 2011 Dodge Charger (535 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (246 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Regal | 2011 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Regal | Charger |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3128 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 370 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 535 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1929 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5077 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3053 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |