1977 Buick Regal vs. 1967 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1977 Buick Regal is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 4,932 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick Regal (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 530 kg more than 1967 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Buick Regal (334 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Regal | 1967 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Regal | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4932 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2210 mm |
