1978 Buick Regal vs. 2004 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2300 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 13 kg more than 1978 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (224 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm). This means 1978 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Regal | 2004 Mazda B2300 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Regal | B2300 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 209 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1443 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3200 mm |