1971 Buick Riviera vs. 1954 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1971 Buick Riviera is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick Riviera (311 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1954 Jeep CJ. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1954 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Riviera weights approximately 860 kg more than 1954 Jeep CJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 Jeep CJ 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, 1971 Buick Riviera (617 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Jeep CJ. (179 Nm @ 1350 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Jeep CJ. 1971 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1954 Jeep CJ has manual transmission. 1954 Jeep CJ will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Riviera | 1954 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | Riviera | CJ |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3151 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2060 mm |
