1987 Buick Electra vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Electra 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 20 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Electra weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6. 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, 1987 Buick Electra (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6. 1987 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Electra | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Electra | 6 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2680 mm |
