1972 Buick GS vs. 2013 Mazda 2
To start off, 2013 Mazda 2 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,723 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 2. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick GS weights approximately 587 kg more than 2013 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Buick GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 2, 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, 1972 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 2. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick GS | 2013 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | GS | 2 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5723 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2489 mm |
