1971 Buick Riviera vs. 1970 Datsun 240Z

To start off, 1971 Buick Riviera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Datsun 240Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Datsun 240Z 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 160 more horse power than 1970 Datsun 240Z. (151 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1970 Datsun 240Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Riviera weights approximately 972 kg more than 1970 Datsun 240Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Datsun 240Z. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Datsun 240Z. 1971 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1970 Datsun 240Z has manual transmission. 1970 Datsun 240Z 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 1970 Datsun 240Z
Make Buick Datsun
Model Riviera 240Z
Year Released 1971 1970
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7468 cc 2393 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 311 HP 151 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 617 Nm 198 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.3:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 2040 kg 1068 kg
Vehicle Length 5560 mm 4140 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 3110 mm 2300 mm


 

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