1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1974 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1974 Mazda Chante is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1410 kg more than 1974 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 605 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 1974 Mazda Chante | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Riviera | Chante |
Year Released | 1968 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 359 cc |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2210 mm |