1977 Buick Electra vs. 1984 Mazda 929
To start off, 1984 Mazda 929 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick Electra (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Electra weights approximately 633 kg more than 1984 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Buick Electra (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Electra | 1984 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Electra | 929 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2620 mm |
