1967 Buick Riviera vs. 1979 Mazda Montrose
To start off, 1979 Mazda Montrose is newer by 12 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 230 more horse power than 1979 Mazda Montrose. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda Montrose. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Buick Riviera weights approximately 832 kg more than 1979 Mazda Montrose. 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. 1967 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1979 Mazda Montrose has manual transmission. 1979 Mazda Montrose will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Buick Riviera | 1979 Mazda Montrose | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Riviera | Montrose |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7048 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
