1992 Buick Regal vs. 2007 Ford Ikon
To start off, 2007 Ford Ikon is newer by 15 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 76 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ikon weights approximately 375 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ikon. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ikon. 1992 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Ikon has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Ikon 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 | 2007 Ford Ikon | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Regal | Ikon |
Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2844 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2490 mm |