1986 Buick Regal vs. 2008 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2008 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 22 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1986 Buick Regal. (235 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Regal weights approximately 310 kg more than 2008 Mazda CX-7.
Because 1986 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 1986 Buick Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-7, 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, 1986 Buick Regal (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda CX-7. (351 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda CX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Regal | 2008 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Regal | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 69 L |
