1999 Buick Regal vs. 2001 Toyota Opa
To start off, 2001 Toyota Opa 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 (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Opa. (150 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Opa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Regal weights approximately 330 kg more than 2001 Toyota Opa. 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 (380 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Opa. (202 Nm). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Opa.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Regal | 2001 Toyota Opa | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Regal | Opa |
Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 202 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 87 L |