1977 Buick Regal vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 is newer by 35 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, 2012 Mazda 2 (95 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 330 kg more than 2012 Mazda 2.
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, 2012 Mazda 2, 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 2. (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Regal | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Regal | 2 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2489 mm |
