2001 Buick Regal vs. 1999 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2001 Buick Regal is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet S-10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet S-10 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Regal (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. (177 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Regal weights approximately 60 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Buick Regal. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Buick Regal | 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Regal | S-10 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3130 mm |
