2000 Buick Riviera vs. 1984 Mazda 929
To start off, 2000 Buick Riviera is newer by 16 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Riviera weights approximately 548 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, 2000 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick Riviera | 1984 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Riviera | 929 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
