1982 Buick Electra vs. 2012 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1982 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 273 kg more than 1982 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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 1982 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda CX-9, 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, 2012 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Buick Electra | 2012 Mazda CX-9 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Electra | CX-9 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4128 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1963 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1935 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2875 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 76 L |