1992 Buick Regal vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 12 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 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1992 Buick Regal. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1992 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 407 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 2004 Dodge Dakota 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, 2004 Dodge Dakota 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, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Buick Regal. (298 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Buick Regal | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Regal | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2844 cc | 3685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1747 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2850 mm |
