1967 Buick Riviera vs. 2002 Mazda 6
To start off, 2002 Mazda 6 is newer by 35 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 141 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 6. (164 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Buick Riviera weights approximately 410 kg more than 2002 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Buick Riviera | 2002 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Riviera | 6 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7048 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
