2008 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 2008 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick LaCrosse (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 1008 kg more than 1983 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, 2008 Buick LaCrosse (438 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick LaCrosse | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | LaCrosse | 323 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2370 mm |
