1971 Buick Riviera vs. 1997 Mazda Levante
To start off, 1997 Mazda Levante is newer by 26 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 173 more horse power than 1997 Mazda Levante. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Riviera weights approximately 780 kg more than 1997 Mazda Levante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mazda Levante 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. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Buick Riviera (617 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick Riviera | 1997 Mazda Levante | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Riviera | Levante |
Year Released | 1971 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 617 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2230 mm |