1987 Buick Estate vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 1987 Buick Estate is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Estate weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1981 Mazda 323. 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 Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Estate | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Estate | 323 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 1069 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2370 mm |