1999 Buick LeSabre vs. 1986 Mazda 929
To start off, 1999 Buick LeSabre is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mazda 929 weights approximately 8 kg more than 1999 Buick LeSabre.
Because 1986 Mazda 929 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Buick LeSabre, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Buick LeSabre (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (259 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick LeSabre | 1986 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | LeSabre | 929 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
