2005 Buick Regal vs. 1990 Dodge Stealth
To start off, 2005 Buick Regal is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Dodge Stealth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Dodge Stealth would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2005 Buick Regal. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 170 kg more than 2005 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Stealth 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, 1990 Dodge Stealth (429 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Regal. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Regal. 2005 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1990 Dodge Stealth has manual transmission. 1990 Dodge Stealth will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Regal | 1990 Dodge Stealth | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Regal | Stealth |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 429 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2480 mm |
