1999 Buick Regal vs. 1983 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1999 Buick Regal is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Regal (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Micra. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Regal weights approximately 860 kg more than 1983 Nissan Micra. 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, 1999 Buick Regal (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Micra. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Micra. 1999 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1983 Nissan Micra has manual transmission. 1983 Nissan Micra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Regal | 1983 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Regal | Micra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2310 mm |
