1979 Buick Regal vs. 1987 Mazda MX-6
To start off, 1987 Mazda MX-6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Regal would be higher. At 4,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda MX-6 (145 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda MX-6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Regal weights approximately 257 kg more than 1987 Mazda MX-6.
Because 1979 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 1979 Buick Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Mazda MX-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, 1979 Buick Regal (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda MX-6. (257 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda MX-6. 1979 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1987 Mazda MX-6 has manual transmission. 1987 Mazda MX-6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Regal | 1987 Mazda MX-6 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Regal | MX-6 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4348 cc | 2182 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1238 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
