1976 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Mazda Carol
To start off, 2005 Mazda Carol is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Riviera (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Carol. (45 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Carol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1135 kg more than 2005 Mazda Carol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Carol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Carol 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, 1976 Buick Riviera (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol. 1976 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda Carol has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda Carol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Riviera | 2005 Mazda Carol | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Riviera | Carol |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2370 mm |
