1982 Buick Estate vs. 2006 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2006 Mazda B3000 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Buick Estate 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 28 more horse power than 2006 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Estate weights approximately 475 kg more than 2006 Mazda B3000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Buick Estate 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 Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mazda B3000, 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, 1982 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda B3000. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1982 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Buick Estate | 2006 Mazda B3000 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Estate | B3000 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6596 cc | 2966 cc |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3200 mm |