1942 Buick 40 vs. 1980 Mazda 323
To start off, 1980 Mazda 323 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,249 cc (8 cylinders), 1942 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Buick 40 weights approximately 930 kg more than 1980 Mazda 323.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1942 Buick 40 | 1980 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | 40 | 323 |
Year Released | 1942 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5249 cc | 1415 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 875 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2320 mm |