1987 Buick Regal vs. 1992 Mazda RX-7

To start off, 1992 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (137 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 70 kg more than 1992 Mazda RX-7.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Mazda RX-7 (270 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (246 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Buick Regal 1992 Mazda RX-7
Make Buick Mazda
Model Regal RX-7
Year Released 1987 1992
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3128 cc 2615 cc
Engine Type in-line dual-disk rotary
Horse Power 137 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 246 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1370 kg 1300 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1270 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2430 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 75 L


 

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