1973 Buick Riviera vs. 1966 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1973 Buick Riviera is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Buick Riviera (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1966 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1966 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1966 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Buick Riviera (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Riviera | 1966 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Riviera | Familia |
Year Released | 1973 | 1966 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |