1970 Buick Riviera vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 42 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 180 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Riviera weights approximately 981 kg more than 2012 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Buick Riviera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Tata Indica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 401 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indica. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indica. 1970 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2012 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2012 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick Riviera | 2012 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Buick | Tata |
| Model | Riviera | Indica |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |
