1999 Buick Regal vs. 1987 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1999 Buick Regal is newer by 12 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Regal (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Camry. (83 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Regal weights approximately 290 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, 1999 Buick Regal (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Camry. (164 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Regal | 1987 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Regal | Camry |
Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2610 mm |