1981 Buick LeSabre vs. 1969 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1981 Buick LeSabre is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (105 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 545 kg more than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Buick LeSabre (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Buick LeSabre | 1969 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | LeSabre | Luce |
Year Released | 1981 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2618 cc |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 274 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2590 mm |