1997 Buick Riviera vs. 1969 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1997 Buick Riviera is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce 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 74 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 426 kg more than 1969 Mazda Luce. 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick Riviera | 1969 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Riviera | Luce |
Year Released | 1997 | 1969 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2618 cc |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2590 mm |