1992 Buick Regal vs. 2009 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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 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 9 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Rexton. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 632 kg more than 1992 Buick Regal.
Because 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Buick Regal. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Buick Regal. 1992 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2009 SsangYong Rexton has manual transmission. 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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 | 2009 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Buick | SsangYong |
| Model | Regal | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2844 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2830 mm |
