2006 Acura TSX vs. 1987 Buick Regal
To start off, 2006 Acura TSX is newer by 19 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 2,843 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (135 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura TSX weights approximately 110 kg more than 1987 Buick Regal. 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, 1987 Buick Regal (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura TSX | 1987 Buick Regal | |
Make | Acura | Buick |
Model | TSX | Regal |
Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |