1998 Buick Regal vs. 2010 Mazda 5
To start off, 2010 Mazda 5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Buick Regal 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 52 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 5. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 5 weights approximately 84 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Buick Regal (312 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 5. (200 Nm). This means 1998 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Regal | 2010 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Regal | 5 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
