1992 Buick Regal vs. 2008 Kia Carens
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens 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 46 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carens.
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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Buick Regal | 2008 Kia Carens | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Regal | Carens |
Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2844 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2570 mm |