1999 Buick Riviera vs. 1964 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1999 Buick Riviera is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Riviera (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1964 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1964 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Riviera weights approximately 960 kg more than 1964 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, 1999 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Riviera | 1964 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Riviera | Familia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 782 cc |
| Horse Power | 205 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 |
