1987 Buick Regal vs. 2013 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain 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 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Terrain (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (137 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Terrain weights approximately 463 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 GMC Terrain 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 GMC Terrain 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, 1987 Buick Regal (246 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Regal | Terrain |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3128 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1833 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 71 L |
