1992 Buick Regal vs. 2011 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 408 is newer by 19 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 23 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot 408. (147 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot 408.
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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot 408. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Buick Regal | 2011 Peugeot 408 | |
Make | Buick | Peugeot |
Model | Regal | 408 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2844 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 147 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1525 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |