1979 Buick Electra vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1979 Buick Electra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 4,942 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Electra (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 470 kg more than 1972 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Buick Electra (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Electra | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Electra | Luce |
Year Released | 1979 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2620 cc |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2590 mm |