1980 Buick LeSabre vs. 1984 Mazda 323
To start off, 1984 Mazda 323 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick LeSabre (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 728 kg more than 1984 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Buick LeSabre (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick LeSabre | 1984 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | LeSabre | 323 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1071 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2370 mm |