1970 Buick GS vs. 2003 Mazda Roadster
To start off, 2003 Mazda Roadster is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (157 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick GS weights approximately 570 kg more than 2003 Mazda Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1970 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1970 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick GS | 2003 Mazda Roadster | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | GS | Roadster |
Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2370 mm |