1997 Buick Riviera vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 1997 Buick Riviera is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 929 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 97 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 561 kg more than 1978 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Mazda 929 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Buick Riviera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Buick Riviera (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick Riviera | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Riviera | 929 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 65 L |