1977 Buick Regal vs. 1998 Mazda 323
To start off, 1998 Mazda 323 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick Regal (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 323. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 335 kg more than 1998 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Buick Regal is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Buick Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda 323, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1977 Buick Regal (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 323. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Regal | 1998 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Regal | 323 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
