1970 Buick Riviera vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1979 Toyota Celica is newer by 9 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 147 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Riviera weights approximately 806 kg more than 1979 Toyota Celica. 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 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Riviera | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Riviera | Celica |
Year Released | 1970 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2563 cc |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2640 mm |