1995 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1995 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Roadmaster (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1983 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, 1995 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick Roadmaster | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Roadmaster | 323 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2370 mm |
