1984 Buick Electra vs. 1980 Mazda 929
To start off, 1984 Buick Electra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Electra weights approximately 380 kg more than 1980 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, 1984 Buick Electra (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick Electra | 1980 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Electra | 929 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2520 mm |
