1970 Buick Riviera vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner is newer by 32 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 152 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Riviera weights approximately 81 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner will offer significantly more control. 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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner. (270 Nm). This means 1970 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick Riviera | 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Riviera | Space Liner |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2950 mm |
