1986 Buick Regal vs. 2005 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B4000 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick Regal would be higher. At 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick Regal (235 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B4000. (207 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B4000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Regal weights approximately 460 kg more than 2005 Mazda B4000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B4000 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, 1986 Buick Regal (448 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B4000. (323 Nm). This means 1986 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Regal | 2005 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Regal | B4000 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4031 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 74 L |
