1992 Buick Regal vs. 1999 Rover 25
To start off, 1999 Rover 25 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 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 67 more horse power than 1999 Rover 25. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1999 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Regal weights approximately 310 kg more than 1999 Rover 25. 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 25. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 25. 1992 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1999 Rover 25 has manual transmission. 1999 Rover 25 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 | 1999 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Buick | Rover |
| Model | Regal | 25 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| 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 | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2510 mm |
