1992 Buick Regal vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 14 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (346 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1992 Buick Regal. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1992 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 410 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 2006 Dodge Ram 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, 2006 Dodge Ram 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Buick Regal. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Buick Regal | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Regal | Ram |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2844 cc | 5621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 4080 mm |
