1987 Buick Regal vs. 2011 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2011 Dodge Dakota 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 66 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 961 kg more than 1987 Buick Regal.
Because 2011 Dodge Dakota 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 Dodge Dakota 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 (489 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Regal | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Regal | Dakota |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 2537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 83 L |