1992 Buick Regal vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 10 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, 2002 Honda Accord (197 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1992 Buick Regal. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1992 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 200 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Buick Regal | 2002 Honda Accord | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Regal | Accord |
Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2844 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 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 | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2730 mm |