1971 Buick Skylark vs. 1979 Mazda 929
To start off, 1979 Mazda 929 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Skylark weights approximately 535 kg more than 1979 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, 1971 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Skylark | 1979 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Skylark | 929 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
