1999 Buick Regal vs. 2001 Nissan Moco
To start off, 2001 Nissan Moco is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Buick Regal 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 144 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Moco. (53 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Moco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Regal weights approximately 490 kg more than 2001 Nissan Moco. 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 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Moco. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Moco.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Regal | 2001 Nissan Moco | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Regal | Moco |
Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 658 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2370 mm |