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Buick Regal II Coupe (facelift 1981) 3.8 V6 (280 Hp) Automatic
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Buick Regal:
The Buick Regal is a line of mid-size cars marketed by Buick since 1973. Serving as the premium mid-size/intermediate car of the Buick product range for nearly its entire production, the Regal initially served as the divisional counterpart of the Pontiac Grand Prix and Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme; since the late 2000s, the model line has been derived from the Opel Insignia. The Regal also serves as the basis of the high-performance Grand National, Gran Sport , and Buick GNX coupes.
Through its production, the Regal has been marketed under a wide variety of body styles, including two-door coupes and four-door sedans , along with a 5-door liftback sedan and a 5-door station wagon; the latter was the first Buick station wagon marketed since the retirement of both the Century and Roadmaster Estates after 1996. The turbocharged LD5 3. 8L V6 used in the second generation was used to showcase the motorsports presence of the brand; though offered with other vehicles , the turbocharged engine is most commonly associated with the Regal. During the 1990s, the V6 regained forced induction, with a supercharger replacing the turbocharger....(Read more on Wikipedia)
II Coupe (facelift 1981) Overview:
Buick Regal (II Coupe (facelift 1981)). With 488 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1470 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. The top speed reaches 200 km/h. A two-door car with a fixed roof, known for its sporty design and dynamic performance. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
3.8 V6 (280 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The pinnacle of Regal performance, this highly potent turbocharged V6 delivered true muscle car acceleration, making it a standout in its class.
Fuel Economy
Despite its high performance, 11.8 l/100 km was a remarkable fuel economy figure, showcasing the efficiency potential of the turbo V6.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Comfortable, spacious interior typical of American coupes
- • Groundbreaking turbocharged V6 engines offered strong performance
- • Distinctive and classic G-body styling
- • Smooth ride quality, ideal for highway cruising
- • Wide range of engine options to suit different needs
Cons:
- • Generally poor fuel economy for most V8 gasoline engines
- • Diesel engine options (5.7d V8, 4.3d V6) had significant reliability issues
- • Handling was soft and not particularly agile
- • Interior materials and build quality could be inconsistent
- • Braking performance was adequate but not exceptional by modern standards
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II Coupe: 1978 - 1987).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Buick |
| Model: | Regal |
| Generation: | II Coupe (facelift 1981) |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.8 V6 (280 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 1981 |
| End of production: | 1987 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Coupe |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 280 Hp @ 4400 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 73.9 Hp/l [15mm more] |
| Torque: | 488 Nm @ 3000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | LC2 More details about the engine LC2 |
| Engine displacement: | 3791 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | OHV |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.7 l |
| Coolant: | 11.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 96.52 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 86.36 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 8:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 13.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 9.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 11.8 l/100 km |
| Maximum speed: | 200 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 5.3 kg/Hp, 190.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 3 kg/Nm, 332 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1470 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 459 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 68 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 5095 mm [15mm more] |
| Width: | 1819 mm [38mm more] |
| Height: | 1387 mm [31mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2746 mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1486 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1468 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 12.8 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | Hydramatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Steering type | Cone worm with recirculation balls |
| Tires size | 245/50 R16; 255/50 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 16 |
| Front suspension | Independent coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Suspension De-Dion |
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