1989 Buick Estate vs. 1980 Mazda 323
To start off, 1989 Buick Estate is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 6,597 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Estate (182 HP) has 108 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 323. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Estate weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1980 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 323. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Estate | 1980 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Estate | 323 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6597 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2370 mm |
