1976 Buick Estate vs. 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1976 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Estate.
Because 1976 Buick Estate 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 1976 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa, 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, 1976 Buick Estate (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Estate | 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Estate | MX-Flexa |
Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |