1970 Buick Riviera vs. 1999 Lexus RX
To start off, 1999 Lexus RX is newer by 29 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) has 45 more horse power than 1999 Lexus RX. (220 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1999 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus RX weights approximately 444 kg more than 1970 Buick Riviera.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lexus RX. (301 Nm). This means 1970 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Riviera | 1999 Lexus RX | |
Make | Buick | Lexus |
Model | Riviera | RX |
Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 220 HP |
Torque | 522 Nm | 301 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 2430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2630 mm |