1995 Buick Riviera vs. 1977 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1995 Buick Riviera is newer by 18 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Riviera (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Riviera weights approximately 900 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, 1995 Buick Riviera (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick Riviera | 1977 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Riviera | Familia |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
