1982 Buick Estate vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 1982 Buick Estate is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 6,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Estate weights approximately 815 kg more than 1978 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Buick Estate | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Estate | 929 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6596 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2520 mm |