1988 Buick Estate vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1988 Buick Estate is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Estate weights approximately 825 kg more than 1973 Mazda Luce. 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 Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Estate | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Estate | Luce |
Year Released | 1988 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |