1984 Buick Estate vs. 2009 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1984 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Estate weights approximately 705 kg more than 2009 Mazda CX-7.
Because 2009 Mazda CX-7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 will offer significantly more control. 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 Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda CX-7. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda CX-7.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Buick Estate | 2009 Mazda CX-7 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Estate | CX-7 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 2258 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |