1992 Buick Regal vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2001 Toyota RunX is newer by 9 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 66 more horse power than 2001 Toyota RunX. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Regal weights approximately 260 kg more than 2001 Toyota RunX. 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota RunX. (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Buick Regal | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Regal | RunX |
Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2844 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2610 mm |