1970 Buick GS vs. 2008 Mazda 5
To start off, 2008 Mazda 5 is newer by 38 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 37 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 5. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick GS weights approximately 450 kg more than 2008 Mazda 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Buick GS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Buick GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 5. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick GS | 2008 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | GS | 5 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
