1970 Buick Riviera vs. 1984 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1984 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 14 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 172 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1011 kg more than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. 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 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Riviera | 1984 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Riviera | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1970 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1588 cc |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |