2004 Buick Century vs. 1987 Buick Regal
To start off, 2004 Buick Century is newer by 17 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 100 more horse power than 2004 Buick Century. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 56 kg more than 2004 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Buick Century, 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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Century. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Century | 1987 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Century | Regal |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 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 | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
