1992 Buick Regal vs. 1992 Honda Accord

To start off, both 1992 Buick Regal and 1992 Honda Accord were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 22 more horse power than 1992 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Accord weights approximately 70 kg more than 1992 Buick Regal.

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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Accord. (199 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Accord. 1992 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1992 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1992 Honda Accord 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 1992 Honda Accord
Make Buick Honda
Model Regal Accord
Year Released 1992 1992
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2844 cc 2156 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 170 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 298 Nm 199 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1340 kg 1410 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2730 mm


 

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