1999 Buick Riviera vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1999 Buick Riviera is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce 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 99 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Riviera weights approximately 445 kg more than 1970 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, 1999 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Riviera | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Riviera | Luce |
Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2620 cc |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |