1974 Buick Riviera vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
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 Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce 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 144 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Riviera weights approximately 785 kg more than 1972 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Buick Riviera (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick Riviera | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Riviera | Luce |
Year Released | 1974 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2620 cc |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2590 mm |