1997 Buick Riviera vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Buick Riviera 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 12 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (168 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 451 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Riviera | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Riviera | Familia |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 50 L |
