1999 Buick Regal vs. 2005 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Buick Regal 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 8 more horse power than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (189 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Regal weights approximately 170 kg more than 2005 Mazda RX-8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda RX-8 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 2005 Mazda RX-8. 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 (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda RX-8. 1999 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda RX-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Regal | 2005 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Regal | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2614 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |
