1992 Buick Regal vs. 2004 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2004 Holden Vectra 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 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 24 more horse power than 2004 Holden Vectra. (146 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Vectra weights approximately 190 kg more than 1992 Buick Regal.
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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Vectra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Vectra. 1992 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2004 Holden Vectra has manual transmission. 2004 Holden Vectra 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 | 2004 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | Regal | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2844 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
