2005 Buick LeSabre vs. 1978 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2005 Buick LeSabre is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 814 kg more than 1978 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LeSabre | 1978 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | LeSabre | Familia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2270 mm |
