1971 Buick Riviera vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 29 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 182 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (129 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Riviera weights approximately 850 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Buick Riviera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 476 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick Riviera | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Riviera | Familia |
Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 617 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2630 mm |