1995 Acura Legend vs. 1987 Buick Regal
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 8 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (276 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1995 Acura Legend. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Legend.
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, 1995 Acura Legend, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Buick Regal (489 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura Legend | 1987 Buick Regal | |
Make | Acura | Buick |
Model | Legend | Regal |
Year Released | 1995 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |