1976 Buick Estate vs. 2011 Mazda 3
To start off, 2011 Mazda 3 is newer by 35 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, 1976 Buick Estate (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 3. (148 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 3.
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, 2011 Mazda 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, 1976 Buick Estate (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 3. (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 3. 1976 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2011 Mazda 3 has manual transmission. 2011 Mazda 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Estate | 2011 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Estate | 3 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2639 mm |