1999 Buick Regal vs. 2008 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Atos is newer by 9 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 187 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Regal weights approximately 675 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Atos. 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Regal | 2008 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | Regal | Atos |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 35 L |
