1996 Buick Skylark vs. 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe
To start off, 1996 Buick Skylark is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe would be higher. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Skylark (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Skylark weights approximately 213 kg more than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. 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 Skylark (252 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Skylark | 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Skylark | RX 4 Coupe |
Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |