1992 Buick Regal vs. 1973 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1992 Buick Regal is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1992 Buick Regal. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1992 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 244 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 1973 Avanti Avanti 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 1973 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1973 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Buick Regal. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Buick Regal | 1973 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Buick | Avanti |
Model | Regal | Avanti |
Year Released | 1992 | 1973 |
Engine Size | 2844 cc | 6570 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2780 mm |