1992 Buick Regal vs. 2011 Renault Clio
To start off, 2011 Renault Clio 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 73 more horse power than 2011 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Clio weights approximately 300 kg more than 1992 Buick Regal.
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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Clio. 1992 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2011 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2011 Renault Clio 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 | 2011 Renault Clio | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Regal | Clio |
Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2844 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2580 mm |