1954 Buick 40 vs. 1986 Mazda 929
To start off, 1986 Mazda 929 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 40 (193 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (145 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 929.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1954 Buick 40 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 1986 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | 40 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2720 mm |
