1987 Buick Regal vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 26 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, 2013 Mazda 3 (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (137 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 67 kg more than 2013 Mazda 3.
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, 2013 Mazda 3, 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 3. (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Regal | 3 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3128 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1303 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
