1987 Buick Riviera vs. 1992 Mazda 626
To start off, 1992 Mazda 626 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda 626 (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1987 Buick Riviera. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Riviera weights approximately 217 kg more than 1992 Mazda 626.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1987 Buick Riviera (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda 626. (221 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda 626. 1987 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1992 Mazda 626 has manual transmission. 1992 Mazda 626 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Riviera | 1992 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Riviera | 626 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
