1987 Buick Regal vs. 2001 Mazda 6
To start off, 2001 Mazda 6 is newer by 14 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, 2001 Mazda 6 (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (135 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1987 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 2001 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Regal | 6 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2843 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |
