1992 Buick Regal vs. 1979 Mazda 616
To start off, 1992 Buick Regal is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 2,844 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Regal (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Regal weights approximately 430 kg more than 1979 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Buick Regal (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Buick Regal | 1979 Mazda 616 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Regal | 616 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2844 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2480 mm |