1992 Buick Regal vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 20 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (280 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1992 Buick Regal. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1992 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1324 kg more than 1992 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Express 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 2012 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Buick Regal. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Buick Regal | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Regal | Express |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2844 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3429 mm |
