1997 Buick Riviera vs. 1984 Mazda 929
To start off, 1997 Buick Riviera is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 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 91 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 529 kg more than 1984 Mazda 929. 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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Riviera | 1984 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Riviera | 929 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2620 mm |
