1992 Buick Regal vs. 2009 Ford E-350
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 17 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1992 Buick Regal. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1992 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Regal weights approximately 374 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
Because 2009 Ford E-350 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford E-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Buick Regal, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Buick Regal. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Buick Regal | 2009 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Regal | E-350 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2844 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3510 mm |