1985 Buick Estate vs. 1972 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1985 Buick Estate is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Estate weights approximately 1175 kg more than 1972 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 1000. 1985 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1972 Mazda 1000 has manual transmission. 1972 Mazda 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick Estate | 1972 Mazda 1000 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Estate | 1000 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2270 mm |