1992 Buick Regal vs. 1999 Chevrolet Venture
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 7 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 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1992 Buick Regal. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1992 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 405 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.
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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Buick Regal | 1999 Chevrolet Venture | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Regal | Venture |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2844 cc | 3348 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2850 mm |
