Buick Regal Regal II Coupe (facelift 1981)

Buick - Regal II Coupe (facelift 1981)

Details-
BrandBuick
ModelRegal
GenerationRegal II Coupe (facelift 1981)
Modification3.8 V6 (203 Hp) Automatic
Start Of Production1981
End Of Production1987

Performance

The Buick Regal is a sleek and aerodynamic vehicle, boasting a drag coefficient of 0.44, making it a great choice for those who value speed and efficiency.

Specs-
Rating
Drag Coefficient Cd0.44

Body & Dimensions

The Buick Regal Coupe is a sleek and stylish vehicle with a 5-seat capacity, 2-door configuration, and a length of 5095 mm (200.59 in.). It has a wheelbase of 2746 mm (108.11 in.) and a turning radius of 12.8 m (41.99 ft.).

Specs-
Rating
Body TypeCoupe
Seats5
Doors2
Length5095 mm 200.59 in.
Width1819 mm 71.61 in.
Height1387 mm 54.61 in.
Wheelbase2746 mm 108.11 in.
Front Track1486 mm 58.5 in.
Rear Track1468 mm 57.8 in.
Min Turning Circle12.8 m 41.99 ft.

Fuel Consumption

The Regal is a petrol-powered car with a fuel consumption of 13.8 l/100 km in urban areas, 8.4 l/100 km in extra urban areas, and 11.8 l/100 km combined.

Specs-
Rating
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Urban13.8 l/100 km 17.04 US mpg 20.47 UK mpg 7.25 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban8.4 l/100 km 28 US mpg 33.63 UK mpg 11.9 km/l
Fuel Consumption Combined11.8 l/100 km 19.93 US mpg 23.94 UK mpg 8.47 km/l

Engine & Transmission

The car in question is a Regal model with a 203 Hp, 3.6L, V6 engine with a turbocharger and OHV valvetrain, producing 407 Nm of torque. It has a 4-speed automatic transmission and a rear-wheel drive. The front suspension is independent while the rear suspension is a De-Dion type. The car's cooling system has a capacity of 12.6 liters and the engine holds 4.3 liters of oil.

Specs-
Rating
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Power203 Hp @ 4000 rpm.
Power Per Litre53.5 Hp/l
Torque407 Nm @ 2400 rpm. 300.19 lb.-ft. @ 2400 rpm.
Engine LayoutFront, Longitudinal
Engine Model CodeLD5/LC6
Engine Displacement3791 cm3 231.34 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders6
Engine ConfigurationV-engine
Cylinder Bore96.52 mm 3.8 in.
Piston Stroke86.36 mm 3.4 in.
Compression Ratio8
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder2
Fuel Injection SystemMulti-port manifold injection
Engine AspirationTurbocharger
ValvetrainOHV
Engine Oil Capacity4.3 l 4.54 US qt | 3.78 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification10W-30
Coolant12.6 l 13.31 US qt | 11.09 UK qt
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive WheelRear wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox4 gears, automatic transmission Hydramatic
Front SuspensionIndependent coil spring
Rear SuspensionSuspension De-Dion

Brakes

The Regal features disc brakes at the front and drum brakes at the rear, with a cone worm and recirculation balls steering mechanism. The car rides on 215/65 R15 tires mounted on 15-inch wheels.

Specs-
Rating
Front BrakesDisc
Rear BrakesDrum
Steering TypeCone worm with recirculation balls
Tires Size215/65 R15
Wheel Rims Size15

Weight & Capacity

The Regal car model boasts an impressive weight-to-power ratio of 7.6 kg/Hp and a weight-to-torque ratio of 3.8 kg/Nm, making it a powerful ride. With a kerb weight of 1550 kg, it still manages to provide a decent trunk space of 459 liters. The fuel tank capacity is 68 liters, which is suitable for long road trips.

Specs-
Rating
Weight To Power Ratio7.6 kg/Hp, 131 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio3.8 kg/Nm, 262.6 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight1550 kg 3417.17 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum459 l 16.21 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity68 l 17.96 US gal | 14.96 UK gal

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for Buick - Regal II Coupe (facelift 1981)

The Buick Regal Coupe has a 5-seat capacity.

The length of the Buick Regal Coupe is 5095 mm (200.59 in.).

The turning radius of the Buick Regal Coupe is 12.8 m (41.99 ft.).

0.44

Regal

Yes, with a drag coefficient of 0.44, it is designed for speed and efficiency.

Petrol (Gasoline)

11.8 l/100 km (19.93 US mpg, 23.94 UK mpg, 8.47 km/l)

13.8 l/100 km (17.04 US mpg, 20.47 UK mpg, 7.25 km/l)

The engine is a front, longitudinal layout.

It has a 4-speed automatic transmission.

The engine displacement is 3.6L or 3791 cm3.

The Regal has disc brakes at the front and drum brakes at the rear.

The Regal has 215/65 R15 tires.

The Regal has a cone worm and recirculation balls steering mechanism.

The Regal comes equipped with a 3.0L twin-turbocharged V6 engine with 300 horsepower and 320 lb-ft of torque.

Standard features include a panoramic sunroof, leather upholstery, a 12-speaker Bose sound system, and a touchscreen infotainment system.

The Regal gets an estimated 20 mpg city and 29 mpg highway.

The weight-to-power ratio of the Regal car model is 7.6 kg/Hp.

The Regal car model offers a trunk space of 459 liters.

The fuel tank capacity of the Regal car model is 68 liters.