2003 Buick Centieme vs. 1976 Mazda 929
To start off, 2003 Buick Centieme is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Centieme is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Centieme (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Centieme weights approximately 720 kg more than 1976 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, 2003 Buick Centieme (542 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Centieme | 1976 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Centieme | 929 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
