1998 Buick Regal vs. 2013 GMC Savana
To start off, 2013 GMC Savana is newer by 15 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Savana (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1998 Buick Regal. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Savana weights approximately 906 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 2013 GMC Savana 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 2013 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2013 GMC Savana (711 Nm) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Regal. (312 Nm). This means 2013 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Regal | 2013 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Regal | Savana |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |
