1996 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 2011 Buick Regal
To start off, 2011 Buick Regal is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2011 Buick Regal. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2011 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Regal weights approximately 123 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Verada.
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, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Buick Regal. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mitsubishi Verada | 2011 Buick Regal | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Buick |
Model | Verada | Regal |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4831 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2738 mm |