1999 Buick Regal vs. 1998 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1999 Buick Regal is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Suzuki Vitara 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 118 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. (79 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Regal weights approximately 564 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. 1999 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1998 Suzuki Vitara has manual transmission. 1998 Suzuki Vitara 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 | 1998 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | Regal | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2490 mm |
