Buick Regal Regal II Coupe (facelift 1981)

Buick - Regal II Coupe (facelift 1981)

Details-
BrandBuick
ModelRegal
GenerationRegal II Coupe (facelift 1981)
Modification3.8 V6 (238 Hp) Automatic
Start Of Production1981
End Of Production1987

Performance

The Buick Regal is a mid-size luxury car with a sleek design and impressive aerodynamics, with a drag coefficient of 0.44, making it a fuel-efficient and environmentally friendly option.

Specs-
Rating
Drag Coefficient Cd0.44

Body & Dimensions

The car is a Regal Coupe with a seating capacity of 5 and 2 doors. It has a length of 5095 mm (200.59 in.), width of 1819 mm (71.61 in.), and height of 1387 mm (54.61 in.). The wheelbase is 2746 mm (108.11 in.), with a front track of 1486 mm (58.5 in.) and rear track of 1468 mm (57.8 in.). The minimum turning circle is 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 model consumes 12.4 liters of petrol per 100 km on average, which is equivalent to 18.97 US mpg or 22.78 UK mpg. The fuel efficiency is 8.06 km/l. In urban areas, it consumes 13.8 liters per 100 km, while on extra-urban roads, it consumes 9.8 liters per 100 km.

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 Urban9.8 l/100 km 24 US mpg 28.82 UK mpg 10.2 km/l
Fuel Consumption Combined12.4 l/100 km 18.97 US mpg 22.78 UK mpg 8.06 km/l

Engine & Transmission

The Regal model comes with a 3.6L V6 engine (LC2 code) that generates 238 HP at 4000 rpm and 447 Nm (329.69 lb.-ft.) of torque at 2400 rpm. The engine features an OHV valvetrain, turbocharger, and intercooler. The car has a rear-wheel-drive system and a 4-speed automatic transmission. The front suspension is independent, while the rear suspension is a De-Dion type. The car's fuel capacity is 63.4 liters (16.7 US gallons or 13.9 UK gallons), and the oil capacity is 4.97 US quarts (4.7 liters or 4.14 UK quarts). The coolant capacity is 12.15 US quarts (11.5 liters or 10.12 UK quarts).

Specs-
Rating
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Power238 Hp @ 4000 rpm.
Power Per Litre62.8 Hp/l
Torque447 Nm @ 2400 rpm. 329.69 lb.-ft. @ 2400 rpm.
Engine LayoutFront, Longitudinal
Engine Model CodeLC2
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, Intercooler
ValvetrainOHV
Engine Oil Capacity4.7 l 4.97 US qt | 4.14 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification10W-30
Coolant11.5 l 12.15 US qt | 10.12 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 car is a Regal model with ventilated disc brakes in the front and drum brakes at the rear. It has a cone worm and recirculation balls steering type and comes with tires of size 215/65 R15 and wheel rims of size 15.

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Rating
Front BrakesVentilated discs
Rear BrakesDrum
Steering TypeCone worm with recirculation balls
Tires Size215/65 R15
Wheel Rims Size15

Weight & Capacity

The Regal has a weight-to-power ratio of 6.4 kg/Hp (155.4 Hp/tonne) and a weight-to-torque ratio of 3.4 kg/Nm (291.8 Nm/tonne), with a kerb weight of 1532 kg (3377.48 lbs.) and a minimum trunk/boot space of 459 l (16.21 cu. ft.). It has a fuel tank capacity of 68 l (17.96 US gal | 14.96 UK gal).

Specs-
Rating
Weight To Power Ratio6.4 kg/Hp, 155.4 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio3.4 kg/Nm, 291.8 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight1532 kg 3377.48 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 car has 5 seats.

The body type of the car is a Coupe.

The car is 5095 mm long, 1819 mm wide, and 1387 mm tall.

The drag coefficient of the Buick Regal is 0.44.

Yes, the Buick Regal's aerodynamic design makes it a fuel-efficient option.

The Buick Regal is a mid-size luxury car.

This car uses petrol (gasoline).

The fuel consumption in extra-urban areas is 9.8 liters per 100 km.

The fuel efficiency is 8.06 km/l.

The engine displacement of the Regal model is 3791 cm3 (231.34 cu. in.).

The Regal model has a 4-speed automatic transmission.

The fuel capacity of the Regal model is 63.4 liters (16.7 US gallons or 13.9 UK gallons).

The front brakes are ventilated discs and the rear brakes are drums.

The steering type is a cone worm with recirculation balls.

The tire size is 215/65 R15 and the wheel rim size is 15.

The fuel economy of the Buick Regal varies by trim level and engine option, but it ranges from 22-30 mpg in the city and 30-36 mpg on the highway.

The Buick Regal has an average reliability rating, with some model years experiencing more issues than others. However, overall, it is considered a reliable car.

The Buick Regal is available in several trim levels, including the base model, Sportback, GS, and Avenir.

The weight-to-power ratio of the Regal is 6.4 kg/Hp (155.4 Hp/tonne).

The minimum trunk/boot space of the Regal is 459 l (16.21 cu. ft.).

The fuel tank capacity of the Regal is 68 l (17.96 US gal | 14.96 UK gal).