1984 Buick LeSabre vs. 2006 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2006 Mazda B2300 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1984 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 238 kg more than 2006 Mazda B2300.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1984 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Buick LeSabre | 2006 Mazda B2300 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | LeSabre | B2300 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2260 cc |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2840 mm |