1998 Buick LeSabre vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1998 Buick LeSabre is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick LeSabre (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 235 kg more than 1971 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick LeSabre | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | LeSabre | Luce |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2590 mm |
