1998 Buick Regal vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 11 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1998 Buick Regal. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 190 kg more than 1998 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Regal. (312 Nm). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Regal | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Regal | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 361 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3250 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 79 L |