1970 Buick Riviera vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 43 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1970 Buick Riviera. (265 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Riviera weights approximately 68 kg more than 2013 Volvo XC60.
Because 2013 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo XC60. (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo XC60. 1970 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2013 Volvo XC60 has manual transmission. 2013 Volvo XC60 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.
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1970 Buick Riviera | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Riviera | XC60 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 1918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4627 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1891 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1713 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2774 mm |