1988 Buick LeSabre vs. 1977 Mazda 929
To start off, 1988 Buick LeSabre is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick LeSabre (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 426 kg more than 1977 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 LeSabre (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick LeSabre | 1977 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | LeSabre | 929 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
