1987 Buick Electra vs. 1976 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1987 Buick Electra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Electra (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Electra weights approximately 680 kg more than 1976 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Buick Electra (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Electra | 1976 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Electra | Familia |
Year Released | 1987 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1272 cc |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2270 mm |