1974 Buick Riviera vs. 1972 Mazda 818
To start off, 1974 Buick Riviera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick Riviera (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 818. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1972 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1974 Buick Riviera (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 818. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick Riviera | 1972 Mazda 818 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Riviera | 818 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2320 mm |