1992 Buick Regal vs. 2012 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2012 Seat Ibiza 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 Seat Ibiza (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1992 Buick Regal. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1992 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Regal weights approximately 163 kg more than 2012 Seat Ibiza.
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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Seat Ibiza. (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Seat Ibiza. 1992 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2012 Seat Ibiza has manual transmission. 2012 Seat Ibiza 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 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Buick | Seat |
Model | Regal | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2844 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1177 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2470 mm |