1997 Toyota Supra vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2012 Buick Regal. (220 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 45 kg more than 1997 Toyota Supra.
Because 1997 Toyota Supra 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 1997 Toyota Supra. 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, 1997 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Regal. (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Regal. 2012 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1997 Toyota Supra has manual transmission. 1997 Toyota Supra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Toyota Supra | 2012 Buick Regal | |
Make | Toyota | Buick |
Model | Supra | Regal |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4831 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2738 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |