1992 Buick Regal vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, 2006 Rover 75 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 2,844 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Regal (170 HP) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Rover 75. (158 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 75 weights approximately 110 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 75. (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 75. 1992 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2006 Rover 75 has manual transmission. 2006 Rover 75 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 | 2006 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Buick | Rover |
| Model | Regal | 75 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2844 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2750 mm |
