1985 Buick Estate vs. 2011 Mazda 3
To start off, 2011 Mazda 3 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Estate 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 15 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 3. (167 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Estate weights approximately 502 kg more than 2011 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Buick Estate 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 1985 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 3, 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, 1985 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 3. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick Estate | 2011 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Estate | 3 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1383 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4506 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2639 mm |