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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 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 960 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 (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 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 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 782 cc |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |