1970 Buick Riviera vs. 1996 Seat Inca Kombi
To start off, 1996 Seat Inca Kombi is newer by 26 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 202 more horse power than 1996 Seat Inca Kombi. (63 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Inca Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Riviera weights approximately 881 kg more than 1996 Seat Inca Kombi. 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, 1996 Seat Inca Kombi, 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 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Inca Kombi. (127 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Inca Kombi. 1970 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1996 Seat Inca Kombi has manual transmission. 1996 Seat Inca Kombi 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 | 1996 Seat Inca Kombi | |
Make | Buick | Seat |
Model | Riviera | Inca Kombi |
Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 1105 kg |