1987 Buick Skyhawk vs. 1987 Buick Regal
To start off, both 1987 Buick Skyhawk and 1987 Buick Regal were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 186 more horse power than 1987 Buick Skyhawk. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Skyhawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 496 kg more than 1987 Buick Skyhawk. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Buick Skyhawk, 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.
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1987 Buick Skyhawk | 1987 Buick Regal | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Skyhawk | Regal |
Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |