1978 Buick Estate vs. 2006 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2006 Mazda MPV is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MPV (200 HP) has 47 more horse power than 1978 Buick Estate. (153 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Estate weights approximately 169 kg more than 2006 Mazda MPV.
Because 1978 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 1978 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MPV, 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 Estate (381 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda MPV. (271 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Estate | 2006 Mazda MPV | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Estate | MPV |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2966 cc |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 381 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1711 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |