1997 Buick Riviera vs. 1965 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1997 Buick Riviera is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Riviera (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 889 kg more than 1965 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, 1997 Buick Riviera (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick Riviera | 1965 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Riviera | Familia |
Year Released | 1997 | 1965 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 792 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2200 mm |