1992 Buick Regal vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper 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 2,844 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1992 Buick Regal. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1992 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Regal weights approximately 130 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper.
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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper. (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper. 1992 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2012 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2012 Mini Cooper 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 | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Buick | Mini |
| Model | Regal | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2844 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2466 mm |
