1970 Buick Riviera vs. 1946 Jeep Station Wagon
To start off, 1970 Buick Riviera is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick Riviera (265 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1946 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1946 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Riviera weights approximately 526 kg more than 1946 Jeep Station Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1946 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1946 Jeep Station Wagon will offer significantly more control. 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, 1970 Buick Riviera (522 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Jeep Station Wagon. 1970 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1946 Jeep Station Wagon has manual transmission. 1946 Jeep Station Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Riviera | 1946 Jeep Station Wagon | |
Make | Buick | Jeep |
Model | Riviera | Station Wagon |
Year Released | 1970 | 1946 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2650 mm |