1987 Buick Regal vs. 2011 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Routan 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, 2011 Volkswagen Routan (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (276 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 508 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.
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 Volkswagen Routan, 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Routan. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Routan.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Regal | 2011 Volkswagen Routan | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Regal | Routan |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 2084 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 78 L |