1992 Buick Regal vs. 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca
To start off, 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca 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 2,999 cc, 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1992 Buick Regal. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1992 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca weights approximately 660 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 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca 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, 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca 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, both vehicles can yield 298 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Buick Regal | 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | Regal | B9 Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2844 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2760 mm |
