1971 Buick Riviera vs. 2008 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2008 Mazda B4000 is newer by 37 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 104 more horse power than 2008 Mazda B4000. (207 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda B4000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Riviera weights approximately 860 kg more than 2008 Mazda B4000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mazda B4000 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, 2008 Mazda B4000 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 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda B4000. (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda B4000.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick Riviera | 2008 Mazda B4000 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Riviera | B4000 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 4034 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 617 Nm | 324 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3200 mm |