1969 Buick GS vs. 1993 Mazda AZ-1
To start off, 1993 Mazda AZ-1 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Buick GS would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 966 kg more than 1993 Mazda AZ-1.
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, 1969 Buick GS (498 Nm) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda AZ-1. (85 Nm). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda AZ-1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 1993 Mazda AZ-1 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | GS | AZ-1 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2240 mm |
