1994 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Regal (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1994 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 45 kg more than 1994 Ford Thunderbird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Ford Thunderbird 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 1994 Ford Thunderbird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Buick Regal (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Thunderbird. (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Thunderbird | 2012 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Ford | Buick |
| Model | Thunderbird | Regal |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2738 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
