1978 Buick Regal vs. 2009 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2009 Mazda MPV is newer by 31 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, 2009 Mazda MPV (134 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda MPV weights approximately 280 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, 2009 Mazda MPV, 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, 2009 Mazda MPV (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Regal. (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Regal | 2009 Mazda MPV | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Regal | MPV |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2850 mm |