1992 Buick Regal vs. 1991 Renault 21
To start off, 1992 Buick Regal is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault 21 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 95 more horse power than 1991 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Regal weights approximately 320 kg more than 1991 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Buick Regal (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault 21. 1992 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1991 Renault 21 has manual transmission. 1991 Renault 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Buick Regal | 1991 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Regal | 21 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2844 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2820 mm |
