1999 Buick Regal vs. 1998 Lexus GS
To start off, 1999 Buick Regal is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lexus GS would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lexus GS (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1999 Buick Regal. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lexus GS weights approximately 160 kg more than 1999 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Lexus GS 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 1998 Lexus GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Buick Regal (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lexus GS. (304 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Regal | 1998 Lexus GS | |
Make | Buick | Lexus |
Model | Regal | GS |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |