1970 Buick Riviera vs. 1994 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1994 Ford Tempo is newer by 24 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 131 more horse power than 1994 Ford Tempo. (134 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Riviera weights approximately 791 kg more than 1994 Ford Tempo. 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, 1994 Ford Tempo, 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 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Tempo. (203 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Tempo. 1970 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1994 Ford Tempo has manual transmission. 1994 Ford Tempo 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 | 1994 Ford Tempo | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Riviera | Tempo |
Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2540 mm |