1979 Buick Regal vs. 2001 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2001 Mazda Tribute is newer by 22 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, 2001 Mazda Tribute (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Regal weights approximately 5 kg more than 2001 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2001 Mazda Tribute 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, 2001 Mazda Tribute 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Regal | 2001 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Regal | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| 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 | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
