1965 Buick Riviera vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 6,966 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Buick Riviera (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (168 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Buick Riviera weights approximately 546 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1965 Buick Riviera (603 Nm) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (180 Nm). This means 1965 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Buick Riviera | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Riviera | Familia |
Year Released | 1965 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6966 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 603 Nm | 180 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |