2004 Buick Regal vs. 1994 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Buick Regal is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Regal (251 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1994 Volkswagen Passat. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1994 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Regal weights approximately 313 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2004 Buick Regal (388 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen Passat. (202 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Regal | 1994 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Regal | Passat |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1598 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
