1970 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Chrysler Pacifica
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Pacifica is newer by 35 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 14 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. (251 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 82 kg more than 1970 Buick Riviera.
Because 2005 Chrysler Pacifica 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, 2005 Chrysler Pacifica 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. (339 Nm). This means 1970 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Pacifica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick Riviera | 2005 Chrysler Pacifica | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Riviera | Pacifica |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 2068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2960 mm |
