1987 Buick Regal vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 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 115 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1254 kg more than 1987 Buick Regal.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano, 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Regal | Viano |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.3 mm |
| 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 | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 79 L |
