1994 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1989 Mazda 323
To start off, 1994 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP) has 182 more horse power than 1989 Mazda 323. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 865 kg more than 1989 Mazda 323. 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, 1994 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 323. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1994 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Buick Roadmaster | 1989 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Roadmaster | 323 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |
