1998 Buick Regal vs. 1987 Honda Legend
To start off, 1998 Buick Regal is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Regal (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1987 Honda Legend. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Regal weights approximately 74 kg more than 1987 Honda Legend. 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, 1998 Buick Regal (312 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Legend. (229 Nm). This means 1998 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Regal | 1987 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Regal | Legend |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
