1967 Buick Riviera vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 215 kg more than 1967 Buick Riviera.
Because 1967 Buick Riviera 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 1967 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado, 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.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Buick Riviera | 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
Model | Riviera | Toronado |
Year Released | 1967 | 1971 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7048 cc | 7446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 91 L |