1999 Buick Regal vs. 2008 Toyota Stallion
To start off, 2008 Toyota Stallion 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Regal weights approximately 242 kg more than 2008 Toyota Stallion.
Because 2008 Toyota Stallion 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 2008 Toyota Stallion. 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 (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Stallion. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Stallion. 1999 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Stallion has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Stallion 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 | 2008 Toyota Stallion | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Regal | Stallion |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1812 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
