2004 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 2004 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick LaCrosse (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 735 kg more than 1981 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, 2004 Buick LaCrosse (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick LaCrosse | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | LaCrosse | 323 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1069 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2370 mm |
