2004 Buick Regal vs. 1996 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2004 Buick Regal is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Buick Regal. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Regal weights approximately 240 kg more than 1996 Mazda RX-7.
Because 1996 Mazda RX-7 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 1996 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Buick Regal (305 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Regal | 1996 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Regal | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
