1984 Buick Electra vs. 2003 Mazda Spiano
To start off, 2003 Mazda Spiano is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,127 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Spiano. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Spiano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Electra weights approximately 910 kg more than 2003 Mazda Spiano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Buick Electra 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 1984 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Spiano, 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, 1984 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Spiano. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Spiano.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Buick Electra | 2003 Mazda Spiano | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Electra | Spiano |
Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4127 cc | 658 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 60.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2370 mm |