1974 Buick Riviera vs. 2009 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-9 (268 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1974 Buick Riviera. (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Riviera.
Because 1974 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 1974 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9, 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, 1974 Buick Riviera (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda CX-9. (269 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick Riviera | 2009 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Riviera | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 269 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 76 L |
