1991 Buick Riviera vs. 1974 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1991 Buick Riviera is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick Riviera (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Luce. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Riviera weights approximately 265 kg more than 1974 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, 1991 Buick Riviera (285 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Riviera | 1974 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Riviera | Luce |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |
