1987 Buick Regal vs. 1998 Mazda Levante
To start off, 1998 Mazda Levante is newer by 11 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 2,843 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda Levante (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (135 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 80 kg more than 1998 Mazda Levante.
Because 1998 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Levante 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, 1987 Buick Regal (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 1998 Mazda Levante | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Regal | Levante |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2843 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2230 mm |
