1970 Buick Riviera vs. 1991 Holden Barina
To start off, 1991 Holden Barina is newer by 21 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 198 more horse power than 1991 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1256 kg more than 1991 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Holden Barina, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Buick Riviera (522 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Barina. (105 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Riviera | 1991 Holden Barina | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | Riviera | Barina |
Year Released | 1970 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2250 mm |