1954 Buick 70 vs. 1980 Mazda 929
To start off, 1980 Mazda 929 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 70 would be higher. At 5,274 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 70 (200 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 70 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 70 weights approximately 913 kg more than 1980 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, 1954 Buick 70 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 70 | 1980 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | 70 | 929 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5274 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 88 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1983 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2520 mm |