1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv
To start off, 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv is newer by 31 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 29 more horse power than 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv. (276 HP @ 9000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 650 kg more than 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv. (214 Nm @ 8000 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Riviera | RX-Evolv |
Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 9000 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |