1970 Buick Riviera vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 37 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 13 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki XL7. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki XL7.
Because 2007 Suzuki XL7 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, 2007 Suzuki XL7 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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki XL7. (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Riviera | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
Make | Buick | Suzuki |
Model | Riviera | XL7 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |