1989 Buick Electra vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 2. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Electra weights approximately 545 kg more than 2012 Mazda 2. 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, 1989 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 2. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 2. 1989 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2012 Mazda 2 has manual transmission. 2012 Mazda 2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Electra | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Electra | 2 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2489 mm |
