1998 Buick Regal vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Regal (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 151 kg more than 1998 Buick Regal.
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, 2005 Honda Accord (347 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Regal. (312 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Regal | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Regal | Accord |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
