1999 Buick Regal vs. 2001 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2001 Toyota Condor 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 101 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Condor. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Regal weights approximately 134 kg more than 2001 Toyota Condor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Condor 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 2001 Toyota Condor. 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Condor. (158 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Condor. 1999 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota Condor has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota Condor 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 | 2001 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Regal | Condor |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1426 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
