1992 Buick Regal vs. 1998 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Buick Regal 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 91 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. (79 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Regal weights approximately 344 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. 1992 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1998 Suzuki Vitara has manual transmission. 1998 Suzuki Vitara 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 | 1998 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Buick | Suzuki |
Model | Regal | Vitara |
Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2844 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2490 mm |