1984 Buick Electra vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 28 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 6 (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Electra weights approximately 15 kg more than 2012 Mazda 6.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 6. (193 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Buick Electra | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Electra | 6 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2789 mm |