2005 Buick Regal vs. 1984 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Buick Regal is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Regal (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Regal weights approximately 480 kg more than 1984 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, 2005 Buick Regal (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Camry. (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Regal | 1984 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Regal | Camry |
Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1832 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2610 mm |