1978 Buick Electra vs. 2012 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1978 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 178 kg more than 1978 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Buick Electra 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 1978 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda CX-9, 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, 1978 Buick Electra (381 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda CX-9. (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Electra | 2012 Mazda CX-9 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Electra | CX-9 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1963 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1935 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2875 mm |