1992 Buick Regal vs. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1992 Buick Regal. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1992 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 480 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.
Because 2001 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. 1992 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2001 Vauxhall Frontera has manual transmission. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera 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 | 2001 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Buick | Vauxhall |
| Model | Regal | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2844 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
