1982 Buick LeSabre vs. 1973 Mazda 929
To start off, 1982 Buick LeSabre is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Buick LeSabre (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 520 kg more than 1973 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 LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Buick LeSabre | 1973 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | LeSabre | 929 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2520 mm |
