2011 Buick Regal vs. 1984 Lancia Trevi
To start off, 2011 Buick Regal is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Trevi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Trevi would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Regal (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Trevi. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Trevi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Regal weights approximately 488 kg more than 1984 Lancia Trevi. 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, 2011 Buick Regal (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Trevi. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Trevi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Buick Regal | 1984 Lancia Trevi | |
| Make | Buick | Lancia |
| Model | Regal | Trevi |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4831 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2738 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 52 L |
