1987 Buick Regal vs. 2011 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2011 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 24 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (137 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 594 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.
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, 2011 Mazda CX-9, 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, 2011 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (246 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Regal | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3128 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1964 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
