1992 Buick Regal vs. 1987 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1992 Buick Regal is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,844 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Regal (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Camry. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Regal weights approximately 60 kg more than 1987 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1992 Buick Regal (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Camry. (206 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Buick Regal | 1987 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Regal | Camry |
Year Released | 1992 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2844 cc | 2507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2610 mm |