1999 Buick Regal vs. 1973 Mazda 929
To start off, 1999 Buick Regal is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 929 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 (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Regal weights approximately 490 kg more than 1973 Mazda 929. 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 (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Regal | 1973 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Regal | 929 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |