1995 Honda Legend vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,205 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Regal (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1995 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 115 kg more than 1995 Honda Legend. 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, 2012 Buick Regal (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Legend | 2012 Buick Regal | |
Make | Honda | Buick |
Model | Legend | Regal |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3205 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4831 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1483 mm |