1998 Buick Regal vs. 1970 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1998 Buick Regal is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Regal (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Regal weights approximately 704 kg more than 1970 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Buick Regal (312 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm). This means 1998 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Regal | 1970 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Regal | Familia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2200 mm |
