1987 Buick Regal vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 25 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, 1987 Buick Regal (135 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 88 kg more than 2012 Honda Insight. 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, 1987 Buick Regal (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Regal | 2012 Honda Insight | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Regal | Insight |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2843 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1252 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 40 L |