1988 Buick Electra vs. 2005 Mazda 3
To start off, 2005 Mazda 3 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Electra 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 3 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 3. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Electra weights approximately 322 kg more than 2005 Mazda 3. 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, 1988 Buick Electra (285 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 3. (203 Nm). This means 1988 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Electra | 2005 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Electra | 3 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1253 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2650 mm |
