2004 Buick Regal vs. 1995 Caterham 21
To start off, 2004 Buick Regal is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Caterham 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Caterham 21 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 113 more horse power than 1995 Caterham 21. (138 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1995 Caterham 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Regal weights approximately 950 kg more than 1995 Caterham 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Caterham 21 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 1995 Caterham 21. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Buick Regal (388 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Caterham 21. (156 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Caterham 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Regal | 1995 Caterham 21 | |
| Make | Buick | Caterham |
| Model | Regal | 21 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1598 kg | 648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 54 L |
