1992 Buick Regal vs. 2009 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Routan 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 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Routan (194 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1992 Buick Regal. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 1992 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Regal weights approximately 93 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Routan.
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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Routan. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Routan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Buick Regal | 2009 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Regal | Routan |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2844 cc | 3798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3080 mm |
