1982 Mazda 323 vs. 2011 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2011 Buick Lucerne is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 844 kg more than 1982 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 323. (80 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mazda 323 | 2011 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Mazda | Buick |
| Model | 323 | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1694 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2936 mm |
