1970 Buick Riviera vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1972 Dodge Dart is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Riviera 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 25 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Riviera weights approximately 561 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Buick Riviera (522 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Riviera | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Riviera | Dart |
Year Released | 1970 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 5562 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |