1973 Buick Skylark vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 1981 Mazda 323 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 755 kg more than 1981 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Skylark | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Skylark | 323 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1069 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2370 mm |