1987 Buick Regal vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (135 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 123 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 front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Regal | 2011 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Regal | Passat |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2843 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1463 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |