1998 Buick Regal vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 12 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, 2010 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1998 Buick Regal. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 120 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.
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, 2010 Honda Accord (344 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Regal. (312 Nm). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Regal | Accord |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
