1967 Buick Riviera vs. 1974 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 1974 Mazda RX-3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,048 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1974 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1974 Mazda RX-3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Buick Riviera | 1974 Mazda RX-3 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Riviera | RX-3 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7048 cc | 1962 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
