1995 Buick Riviera vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1995 Buick Riviera is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 323 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 187 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Riviera weights approximately 850 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323. 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 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick Riviera | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Riviera | 323 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
