1980 Buick Electra vs. 2001 Mazda Atenza
To start off, 2001 Mazda Atenza is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,032 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick Electra (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Atenza. (103 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Atenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 695 kg more than 2001 Mazda Atenza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Atenza, 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, 1980 Buick Electra (325 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Atenza. (240 Nm). This means 1980 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Atenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick Electra | 2001 Mazda Atenza | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Electra | Atenza |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2680 mm |
