1999 Buick Regal vs. 1994 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1999 Buick Regal is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Prelude 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 66 more horse power than 1994 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Regal weights approximately 325 kg more than 1994 Honda Prelude. 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Prelude. 1999 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1994 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1994 Honda Prelude 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 | 1994 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Regal | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
