1999 Buick Regal vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 10 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 55 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Regal weights approximately 431 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord. 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Regal | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Regal | Accord |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
