1988 Buick Electra vs. 1983 Mazda 929
To start off, 1988 Buick Electra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Electra weights approximately 425 kg more than 1983 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Electra | 1983 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Electra | 929 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2620 mm |
