1978 Buick Regal vs. 1972 Mazda RX-4
To start off, 1978 Buick Regal is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda RX-4 would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda RX-4 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda RX-4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Regal weights approximately 320 kg more than 1972 Mazda RX-4.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1978 Buick Regal (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda RX-4.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Regal | 1972 Mazda RX-4 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Regal | RX-4 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |