1992 Buick Regal vs. 1975 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1992 Buick Regal is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,844 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Regal (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Celica. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Regal weights approximately 368 kg more than 1975 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Toyota Celica 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 1975 Toyota Celica. 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, 1992 Buick Regal (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Celica. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Buick Regal | 1975 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Regal | Celica |
Year Released | 1992 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2844 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2430 mm |