1999 Buick Regal vs. 1992 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 1999 Buick Regal is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,894 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Regal (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1992 Cadillac DeVille. (197 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1992 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 50 kg more than 1999 Buick Regal.
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 (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Cadillac DeVille. (373 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Regal | 1992 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Regal | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 4894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2820 mm |
