1999 Buick Regal vs. 1988 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1999 Buick Regal is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac 6000 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 89 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac 6000. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Regal weights approximately 250 kg more than 1988 Pontiac 6000. 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Regal | 1988 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Buick | Pontiac |
Model | Regal | 6000 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2670 mm |