1992 Buick Regal vs. 2008 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 16 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 6 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (164 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu.
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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (216 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Buick Regal | 2008 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Regal | Malibu |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2844 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2860 mm |
