1987 Buick Regal vs. 2013 Acura TL
To start off, 2013 Acura TL is newer by 26 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (137 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura TL weights approximately 430 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 2013 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (246 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 2013 Acura TL | |
| Make | Buick | Acura |
| Model | Regal | TL |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3128 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1452 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
