1977 Buick Regal vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 32 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 4,932 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (145 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 100 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6.
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, 2009 Mazda 6, 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 (334 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 6. (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Regal | 6 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4932 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |