2005 Buick Regal vs. 1992 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2005 Buick Regal is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. Both 2005 Buick Regal and 1992 Pontiac Bonneville are equipped with a 3,791 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Buick Regal. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 76 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.
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, 1992 Pontiac Bonneville (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Regal. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Regal | 1992 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Buick | Pontiac |
Model | Regal | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 96.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1636 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2820 mm |