1992 Buick Regal vs. 2012 Mazda 3
To start off, 2012 Mazda 3 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Buick Regal 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 3 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 3. (167 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 3 weights approximately 43 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Buick Regal (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 3. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Buick Regal | 2012 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Regal | 3 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2844 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1383 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4506 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2639 mm |