1978 Buick Regal vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 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 B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 122 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Regal. (224 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 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 B3000 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Regal | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1552 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 |
