2001 Buick LeSabre vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 2001 Buick LeSabre is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 550 kg more than 1978 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, 2001 Buick LeSabre (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Buick LeSabre | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | LeSabre | 929 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
