1996 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1982 Mazda 323
To start off, 1996 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1982 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, 1996 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 323. (80 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Roadmaster | 1982 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Roadmaster | 323 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 80 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 |
