1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 1997 Mazda 626
To start off, 1997 Mazda 626 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick LeSabre (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 295 kg more than 1997 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Buick LeSabre (329 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 626. (151 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick LeSabre | 1997 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | LeSabre | 626 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3798 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
