1973 Buick Centurion vs. 1994 Mazda MX-3
To start off, 1994 Mazda MX-3 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Buick Centurion (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1994 Mazda MX-3. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda MX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Centurion weights approximately 913 kg more than 1994 Mazda MX-3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Buick Centurion 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 1973 Buick Centurion. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Mazda MX-3, 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, 1973 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda MX-3. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda MX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Centurion | 1994 Mazda MX-3 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Centurion | MX-3 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1163 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2460 mm |
