1970 Buick Riviera vs. 2006 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 36 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, 2006 GMC Envoy (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1970 Buick Riviera. (265 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 449 kg more than 1970 Buick Riviera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy 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, 2006 GMC Envoy 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Envoy. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Riviera | 2006 GMC Envoy | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Riviera | Envoy |
Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2880 mm |