1989 Buick Estate vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2005 Mazda Drifter is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Estate 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (124 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Estate weights approximately 540 kg more than 2005 Mazda Drifter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Drifter. 1989 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda Drifter has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda Drifter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Estate | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Estate | Drifter |
Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6597 cc | 2606 cc |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1345 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3010 mm |