1999 Buick Regal vs. 1972 Mazda 818
To start off, 1999 Buick Regal is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Regal (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 818. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Regal weights approximately 560 kg more than 1972 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Mazda 818 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 1972 Mazda 818. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Buick Regal (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 818. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Regal | 1972 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Regal | 818 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2320 mm |
