1987 Buick Regal vs. 2009 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 22 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 3,727 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-9 (268 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (135 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Mazda CX-9 (269 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 2009 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Regal | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2843 cc | 3727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 269 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 76 L |
