1987 Buick Regal vs. 2001 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2001 Mazda MPV 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, 1987 Buick Regal (135 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Mazda MPV. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda MPV weights approximately 260 kg more than 1987 Buick Regal.
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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda MPV. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda MPV. 1987 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2001 Mazda MPV has manual transmission. 2001 Mazda MPV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 2001 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Regal | MPV |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2843 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2850 mm |
