1988 Chrysler Conquest vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chrysler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chrysler Conquest would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Chrysler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chrysler Conquest (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2012 Buick Regal. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 308 kg more than 1988 Chrysler Conquest.
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, 1988 Chrysler Conquest (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Regal. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1988 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chrysler Conquest | 2012 Buick Regal | |
Make | Chrysler | Buick |
Model | Conquest | Regal |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4831 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2738 mm |