1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2012 Buick Regal

To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Regal (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 682 kg more than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal, 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, 2012 Buick Regal (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (155 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2012 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata 2012 Buick Regal
Make Mazda Buick
Model MX-5 Miata Regal
Year Released 1993 2012
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1839 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 129 HP 220 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 155 Nm 352 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 983 kg 1665 kg
Vehicle Length 3960 mm 4831 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1857 mm
Vehicle Height 1240 mm 1483 mm
Wheelbase Size 2270 mm 2738 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 48 L 68 L