1996 Buick LeSabre vs. 1983 Mazda 929
To start off, 1996 Buick LeSabre is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick LeSabre (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 340 kg more than 1983 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick LeSabre | 1983 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | LeSabre | 929 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2620 mm |
