1992 Buick Regal vs. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 21 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, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1992 Buick Regal. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1992 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 230 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.
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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. (244 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Buick Regal | 2013 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Regal | Malibu |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2844 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2738 mm |
