1992 Buick Regal vs. 2005 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Terios 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 84 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Regal weights approximately 215 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2005 Daihatsu Terios 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, 1992 Buick Regal (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Buick Regal | 2005 Daihatsu Terios | |
Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
Model | Regal | Terios |
Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2844 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2380 mm |