1992 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1976 Mazda 818
To start off, 1992 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Roadmaster (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 998 kg more than 1976 Mazda 818. 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, 1992 Buick Roadmaster (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Buick Roadmaster | 1976 Mazda 818 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Roadmaster | 818 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2320 mm |