1992 Buick Regal vs. 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 13 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 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (146 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 10 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) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (210 Nm). This means 1992 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Buick Regal | 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Regal | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2844 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
