1987 Buick Regal vs. 1986 Mazda 929
To start off, 1987 Buick Regal is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,843 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (135 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 190 kg more than 1986 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Buick Regal (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 1986 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Regal | 929 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2843 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2620 mm |
