1986 Buick Electra vs. 2004 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2004 Mazda Premacy is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick Electra (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Premacy. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Electra weights approximately 245 kg more than 2004 Mazda Premacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1986 Buick Electra (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Premacy. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Premacy. 1986 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2004 Mazda Premacy has manual transmission. 2004 Mazda Premacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Electra | 2004 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Electra | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2680 mm |
