2004 Buick Regal vs. 1995 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 2004 Buick Regal is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Step Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Step Wagon 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 128 more horse power than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Regal weights approximately 148 kg more than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Step Wagon will offer significantly more control. 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Step Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Regal | 1995 Honda Step Wagon | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Regal | Step Wagon |
Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 185 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1598 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2810 mm |