1991 Buick Riviera vs. 1977 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1991 Buick Riviera is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda Familia 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 96 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Riviera weights approximately 720 kg more than 1977 Mazda Familia. 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Riviera | 1977 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Riviera | Familia |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2270 mm |
