1980 Buick Electra vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 29 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 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (380 Nm @ 180 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Electra. 1980 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda BT-50 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda BT-50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick Electra | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Electra | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 180 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3010 mm |
