1971 Buick Riviera vs. 1980 Mazda 929
To start off, 1980 Mazda 929 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick Riviera (311 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Riviera weights approximately 970 kg more than 1980 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Buick Riviera (617 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick Riviera | 1980 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Riviera | 929 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 617 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2520 mm |