1992 Buick Regal vs. 1959 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1992 Buick Regal is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,636 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1992 Buick Regal. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1992 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 60 kg more than 1992 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Buick Regal, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Buick Regal. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Buick Regal | 1959 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Regal | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2844 cc | 4636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2470 mm |
