2000 Buick Riviera vs. 1971 Mazda 1000
To start off, 2000 Buick Riviera is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1971 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Riviera weights approximately 990 kg more than 1971 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Mazda 1000 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 1971 Mazda 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda 1000. 2000 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1971 Mazda 1000 has manual transmission. 1971 Mazda 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick Riviera | 1971 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Riviera | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
