1979 Buick Regal vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 26 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, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 176 kg more than 1979 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, 1979 Buick Regal (285 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B3000. (240 Nm). This means 1979 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Regal | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Regal | B3000 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4348 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 240 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1671 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3200 mm |