1999 Buick Regal vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
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 Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce 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 139 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Regal weights approximately 305 kg more than 1972 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Buick Regal (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Regal | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Regal | Luce |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2590 mm |
