1990 Audi Coupe vs. 1987 Buick Regal
To start off, 1990 Audi Coupe is newer by 3 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, 1990 Audi Coupe (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (137 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi Coupe weights approximately 50 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 1990 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi Coupe 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, 1990 Audi Coupe (315 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (246 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi Coupe | 1987 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | Coupe | Regal |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 3128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
