1992 Buick Regal vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic 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 71 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Regal weights approximately 494 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (223 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic. 1992 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2004 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2004 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Regal | Civic |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2844 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2670 mm |
