1978 Buick Regal vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 27 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, 2005 Mazda 6 (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 58 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.
Because 1978 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 1978 Buick Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mazda 6 (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Regal. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Regal | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Regal | 6 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |