1978 Buick Electra vs. 1976 Mazda 929
To start off, 1978 Buick Electra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Electra (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Electra weights approximately 711 kg more than 1976 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, 1978 Buick Electra (381 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Electra | 1976 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Electra | 929 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2520 mm |