1987 Buick Regal vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 13 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, 1987 Buick Regal (137 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 590 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Buick Regal (246 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Regal | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Regal | Familia |
Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3128 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |