1987 Buick Regal vs. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (137 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 700 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 rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (246 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Regal | 2012 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Regal | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3128 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4884 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1834 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |