1979 Buick Regal vs. 1999 Mazda B2500
To start off, 1999 Mazda B2500 is newer by 20 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 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Regal (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1979 Buick Regal.
Because 1999 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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 (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Regal | 1999 Mazda B2500 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Regal | B2500 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2990 mm |