1970 Riley 4 vs. 1994 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1994 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Riley 4 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1970 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1970 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 498 kg more than 1970 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Riley 4 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 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Buick Park Avenue, 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, 1994 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Riley 4. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Riley 4 | 1994 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Riley | Buick |
Model | 4 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1622 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 1646 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |