2003 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1980 Mazda 323
To start off, 2003 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Rendezvous (185 HP) has 111 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 323. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 940 kg more than 1980 Mazda 323. 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 Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 323. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Rendezvous | 1980 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Rendezvous | 323 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2370 mm |
