2009 Brilliance BS4 vs. 1987 Buick Regal
To start off, 2009 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 22 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, 1987 Buick Regal (135 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Brilliance BS4. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2009 Brilliance BS4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1987 Buick Regal.
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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Brilliance BS4. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Brilliance BS4. 1987 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2009 Brilliance BS4 has manual transmission. 2009 Brilliance BS4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Brilliance BS4 | 1987 Buick Regal | |
Make | Brilliance | Buick |
Model | BS4 | Regal |
Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1832 cc | 2843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 62 L |