1987 Buick Regal vs. 2005 Mazda 2
To start off, 2005 Mazda 2 is newer by 18 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 70 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 210 kg more than 2005 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Buick Regal is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Buick Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 2, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 2. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 2005 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Regal | 2 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3128 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
