1986 Buick Regal vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 26 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, 1986 Buick Regal (235 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 376 kg more than 1986 Buick Regal.
Because 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda BT-50. 1986 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2012 Mazda BT-50 has manual transmission. 2012 Mazda BT-50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Regal | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Regal | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
